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unsettling

/ˈʌnsɛtlɪŋ/ adjective · British & US
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What does unsettling mean?

adjective

Causing a feeling of unease or discomfort; making someone feel anxious or apprehensive.

Example

"The abandoned house on the hill was an unsettling sight."

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