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Perturb

usgb/pərˈtɜːrb/Volume
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Emotional Weight

When 'perturb' is used, it suggests a mild to moderate level of disturbance, not an extreme one.

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He was perturbed by the constant buzzing but managed to focus.
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Temporary Effect

'Perturb' usually implies a temporary bother or disturbance, not a lasting problem.

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The flashing lights briefly perturbed her, then she ignored them.
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Neutral to Negative

The connotation of 'perturb' is neutral to negative; it's seldom positive.

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His indifferent attitude perturbed his concerned mother.
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