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störande

disturbing

Definition & meaning

Störande means disturbing, disruptive, or annoying. It describes something that interrupts an activity, disturbs someone’s peace, or causes irritation.

Depending on context, it can also mean troubling or unsettling.

Grammar & Word origin

Störande is the present participle of the verb störa , “to disturb” or “to interrupt.” It is often used as an adjective and normally has the same form regardless of the noun’s gender or number.

Synonyms & antonyms

  • irriterande — “irritating”; emphasizes the feeling of annoyance.
  • besvärande — “bothersome” or “troublesome”; often suggests discomfort or inconvenience.
  • störningsfri — “undisturbed” or “free from interference”; an opposite in contexts involving disruptions.
  • lugnande — “calming”; an opposite when something is unsettling.

Common phrases & collocations

  • störande ljud — disturbing or annoying sounds
  • störande moment — a distraction or disruptive element
  • störande beteende — disruptive behavior

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Examples

Ljudet från gatan är störande.adjective

The noise from the street is disturbing.

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