Disturb and Irk

Disturb

Disturb verb - To trouble the mind of; to make uneasy.
Usage example: all that talk of war disturbed us

Irk is a synonym for disturb in bother topic. In some cases you can use "Irk" instead a verb "Disturb", when it comes to topics like feelings.

Irk

Irk verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Disturb is a synonym for irk in aggravate topic. Sometimes you can use "Disturb" instead a verb "Irk", if it concerns topics such as feelings.

Nearby Words: irksome, irking
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