discomforting

/dɪsˈkʌmfərtɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Causing a feeling of unease, embarrassment, or slight physical discomfort.
    • The cold, damp air was discomforting for the campers.
    • It was discomforting to realize he had been lied to for years.
    • The movie had several discomforting scenes that made the audience squirm.
verb
  1. Present participle of discomfort: causing someone to feel uneasy, embarrassed, or slightly physically uncomfortable.
    • His stare was discomforting her, so she looked away.
    • The rough fabric was discomforting his skin.
    • The constant noise was discomforting the baby, who began to cry.
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