No. 12,080 in French
troublant
"Troublant" means "disturbing" or "unsettling."
In a sentence
Cette situation est troublante à bien des égards.
This situation is troubling in many ways.
Here, 'troublante' conveys a sense of unease or disturbance caused by the situation, portraying it as emotionally affecting or concerning.
Le roman offre un récit troublant sur les défis humains.
The novel provides a disquieting account of human challenges.
In this context, 'troublant' signifies something that causes a reflective discomfort or a deep emotional engagement, often in intellectual or artistic settings.
Son regard était à la fois troublant et captivant.
Her gaze was both unsettling and captivating.
Here, 'troublant' is used to describe an ambiguous emotional response, being disconcerting yet intriguing at the same time, often perceived in personal interactions.
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