disconcerting
adjectiveCausing uneasiness, confusion, or a loss of confidence.
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Clear all filtersCausing uneasiness, confusion, or a loss of confidence.
Dissatisfaction with one's situation or circumstances.
Dissatisfaction with circumstances
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Dissatisfied with present circumstances or results.
Dissatisfied with the present
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Conflicting or lacking harmony.
One word family: also includes discord.
A framework that weighs the value of future outcomes according to when they occur.
Time-weighted value of outcomes
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An extended discussion, conversation, or treatment of a subject.
To damage trust in the truth or reliability of something.
A difference or inconsistency between things that should agree.
Difference where agreement is expected
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Separate and distinct from other things.
Able to recognize fine differences in quality or character.
Sensitive to fine distinctions
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A feeling that someone or something is beneath consideration or respect.
Feeling of superiority or contempt
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Showing a belief that someone or something is unworthy of respect.
To remove the internal organs; figuratively, to strip away essential substance.
Remove internal contents
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Disappointment following the loss of an earlier illusion or enthusiasm.
Disappointment following the loss of an earlier illusion or enthusiasm
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To separate, release, or withdraw from involvement.
Not actively involved or mentally and emotionally invested.
Dissatisfied and inclined to complain.
Unwilling or reluctant because of a lack of interest or a mild dislike.
Not candid or sincere, especially while pretending to be straightforward.
Impartial because one has no personal stake in the outcome.
Lacking a clear connection or coherent order.
Lacking coherent connection
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A failure to maintain allegiance or support owed to a person, group, or cause.
Failure of allegiance
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Upset or discouraged by an unwelcome development.
To reject or put aside as unworthy of consideration.
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