Perturbed – feeling anxiety or concern
(Pronounced puh-turbd)
To remember the definition of the word perturbed, use the following mnemonic:
The puppy was disturbed (perturbed) while sleeping and is now feeling anxious and concerned.
Examples of perturbed in a sentence
I was perturbed by his lack of care for the missing child.
Nothing that makes me more perturbed than being stuck on a plane with a screaming child.
My horse is easily perturbed by even the slightest sight or sound.