Unnerve

usgb/ˌʌnˈnɜːrv/
verb

To make someone feel worried or upset.

The sight of the blood unnerve him and he fainted.
Visual representation of "unnerve" - to make someone feel worried or upset

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  • unnerve someone
  • feel unnerved
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Negative Emotion

Unnerve typically implies causing anxiety, fear, or loss of confidence.

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The thought of public speaking unnerves me.
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Sudden Impact

The effect described by 'unnerve' usually happens quickly and unexpectedly.

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An unexpected noise in the dark room unnerved her.
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Psychological Effect

Use 'unnerve' to describe a mental or emotional impact, rather than a physical one.

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The intense gaze of the interviewer unnerved the candidate.
Visual representation of the word "Unnerve"

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