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Verb discomfit has 1 sense
- upset, discompose, untune, disconcert, discomfit - cause to lose one's composure
--1 is one way to arouse, elicit, enkindle, kindle, evoke, fire, raise, provoke
Sample sentence:
The performance is likely to discomfit Sue
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Discomfit
Description
Discomfit is a verb that means to make someone feel uneasy, embarrassed, or confused, especially by defeating their plans or expectations. It can also mean to thwart or frustrate.
Senses and Usages
- Discomfit (verb): To cause someone to feel embarrassed or uncomfortable.
- Example Sentence 1: The teacher's tough questions discomfited the student during the oral presentation.
- Example Sentence 2: The unexpected turn of events discomfited the politician in front of the press.
- Discomfit (verb): To frustrate the plans or efforts of someone.
- Example Sentence 1: The well-prepared defense discomfited the opposition's attempts to score.
- Example Sentence 2: The sudden rainfall discomfited the outdoor wedding ceremony.
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