troubling
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈtɹəbəɫɪŋ// UK //tɹˈʌblɪŋ// trou·bling
adj. causing you to feel worried, anxious, or uncomfortable. You use this to describe a situation or news that makes you think something is wrong.
adj. causing distress, anxiety, or concern. Often used to describe social trends, reports, or behaviors that suggest a negative outcome.
The doctor found some troubling symptoms during the checkup.
The recent increase in local crime rates is a troubling development for the neighborhood.
The report highlighted several troubling inconsistencies in the witness's testimony, leading the jury to question the overall credibility of the prosecution's case.
Usage
Often appears after linking verbs like 'seem', 'look', or 'become', or directly before a noun.