discomfort

fastidio, malessere

Sensazione leggermente dolorosa o spiacevole nel corpo.

In inglese semplice: A slightly painful or unpleasant feeling in your body.

• These shoes cause discomfort.
• He felt mild discomfort in his stomach after lunch.
• A soft cushion may relieve the discomfort while you sit.

Come si usa: discomfort in + body part (She felt discomfort in her shoulder.)

Sinonimi: pain, soreness

Contrari: comfort

Espressioni comuni: mild discomfort, stomach discomfort, relieve discomfort

disagio, imbarazzo

Sensazione di preoccupazione o imbarazzo che rende spiacevole una situazione.

In inglese semplice: A feeling of worry or embarrassment that makes a situation unpleasant.

• His questions caused some discomfort.
• I could see her discomfort during the awkward silence.
• He laughed to hide his discomfort about meeting strangers.

Come si usa: discomfort at/about something (She expressed discomfort about discussing her salary.)

Sinonimi: unease, awkwardness, embarrassment

Contrari: ease

Espressioni comuni: social discomfort, cause discomfort, a sense of discomfort

mettere a disagio, infastidire

Far sentire qualcuno preoccupato, in imbarazzo o fisicamente poco bene.

In inglese semplice: To make someone feel worried, embarrassed, or physically unwell.

• His stare discomforted her.
• The sudden silence seemed to discomfort our guests.
• Bright lights can discomfort animals that are active at night.

Sinonimi: unsettle, disturb, embarrass

Contrari: comfort, reassure

Espressioni comuni: discomfort someone, discomfort the guests