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Meaning of Distressing
The primary meaning of the word "Distressing" is causing worry, sadness, or pain.
Definitions
- Causing worry, sadness, or pain
- * Causing someone to feel anxious or upset
- * Causing physical or mental suffering
Etymology of Distressing
The word "Distressing" originated from the Old French word "destressier", which means to distress or afflict, and the Latin word "distringere", which means to stretch apart or distract.
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe a state of worry, sadness, or pain.
Example Uses
- The news of the natural disaster was distressing to many people around the world.
- * The patient's condition was distressing, and the doctor had to act quickly to save her life.
- * The image of the starving child was distressing, and it prompted many people to donate to the charity.