What is another word for unnerving?
Pronunciation: [ʌnnˈɜːvɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "unnerving" refers to something that makes one feel uneasy or anxious. Synonyms for this term include disconcerting, disquieting, distressing, unsettling, alarming, nerve-wracking, and intimidating. These words all capture the same sense of unease or discomfort that is conveyed by the term "unnerving." They can be used to describe a wide range of experiences, from social situations that feel awkward or uncomfortable, to more serious circumstances that make one feel threatened or fearful. Regardless of the context, these synonyms capture the same basic idea of something that creates a sense of unease or disquiet.
