Synonyms of discomfort
Examples of discomfort in a Sentence
Noun
The patient is still experiencing some discomfort.
These new developments are being watched with discomfort by many of our allies.
Verb
the harsh criticism of his musical talent did not discomfort him in the least
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Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
There might be a small touch of some discomfort or dissonance or awkwardness or absurdity or something.
—Deputy Entertainment, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Roster imbues his Ed with a sort of goofball persona, delightfully recalling his many hotel adventures after some drunken discomfort.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2026
However, dry whole flaxseeds can be hard to digest, potentially causing bloating and digestive discomfort, notes Salazar.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The one-piece suit is designed with a twist-front V-neckline that enhances the bust with a structured lift — but without the discomfort of a poking underwire.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
There might be a small touch of some discomfort or dissonance or awkwardness or absurdity or something.
—Deputy Entertainment, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Roster imbues his Ed with a sort of goofball persona, delightfully recalling his many hotel adventures after some drunken discomfort.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2026
However, dry whole flaxseeds can be hard to digest, potentially causing bloating and digestive discomfort, notes Salazar.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for discomfort
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“Discomfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discomfort. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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discomfort
1 of 2 verb
dis·com·fort
dis-ˈkəm(p)-fərt 
: to make uncomfortable or uneasy : distress
discomfort
2 of 2 noun
: physical or mental uneasiness
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