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discomfort

/dɪsˈkʌmfɚt/noun3 syllables

Discomfort means: an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress.

Synonyms for discomfort3

noun, as in an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress

soreness, irritation

noun, as in the state of being tense and feeling pain

uncomfortableness

Opposites of discomfort

comfort

What does discomfort mean?2

noun

1

an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress

2

the state of being tense and feeling pain

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with discomfort?1

two syllables

comfort
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Discomfort in a sentence

  • To avoid injury or discomfort, be sure that the vagina is lubricated before intercourse.corvard
  • No peril daunts her, no prospect of fatigue or discomfort disheartens or repels her.Cangarejo
  • Have you been feeling a bit of discomfort lately?sharris123
  • Trim your guinea pig's nails regularly to prevent discomfort.Amastan
  • Be mindful of your posture to prevent discomfort.Amastan
  • Take breaks if you feel any pain or discomfort.Amastan
  • Avoid making insensitive comments or jokes that can cause discomfort to others.Nuel
  • Feminine voices can trigger feelings of comfort or alleviate feelings of discomfort.frpzzd

Sentences from Tatoeba, CC BY 2.0 FR, credited to their authors.

Forms of discomfort

as a noun

plural
discomforts