
Unsettling
Emotional Impact
It refers to feelings of unease that may linger after an event or experience.

The movie's ending had an unsettling effect on me.
Negative Atmosphere
Often used to describe situations or environments that make you feel uncomfortable.

Walking alone at night, she found the silence unsettling.
Subtle Anxiety
The discomfort may not be overwhelming but can make you feel slightly off-balance.

His evasive answers were unsettling to the interviewer.
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