disturbance
From the Middle French 'disturbance', derived from the Latin 'disturbantem', present participle of 'disturbare'.
NOUN
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[/dɪˈstɜː.bəns/en-US]
perturbación
literal
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alteración
literal
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desorden
informal
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disturbio
informal
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interrupción
informal
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concepto de alteración
untranslatable
(The term 'disturbance' conveys nuances that may not have a single, direct equivalent in Spanish.)
An interruption of a state of peace, quiet, or order; an act of disturbing, or the state of being disturbed. This can refer to a physical commotion, an emotional or mental upset, or an interruption of a system or process.
irregular note only if irregular
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- The loud noise outside caused a disturbance in the quiet library. — The loud noise interrupted the peaceful atmosphere of the library.
- Police were called to deal with a disturbance at the bar. — Police were called to handle a commotion or fight at the bar.
- The economic disturbance led to widespread job losses. — The economic upset or disruption resulted in many people losing their jobs.
- She felt a sudden emotional disturbance after hearing the bad news. — She experienced a sudden emotional upset or turmoil after hearing the bad news.
