disconcert
名词 n.
动词 v.
英 /ˌdɪskənˈsɜːt/
美 /ˌdɪskənˈsɝt/
英文释义
名词 n.
- A state of disunion.
动词 v.
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To upset the composure of; to startle.
— The embrace disconcerted the daughter-in-law somewhat, as the caresses of old gentlemen unshorn and perfumed with tobacco might well do.
- To bring into confusion.
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To frustrate, discomfit.
— The emperor disconcerted the plans of his enemy.
词源
词源 1
From Middle French desconcerter, from des- (“dis-”) + concerter (“to bring into agreement, organize”).
词源 2
From Middle French desconcerter, from des- (“dis-”) + concerter (“to bring into agreement, organize”).
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