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dis-kuhm-FIT
verb
to make someone perplexed; to defeat someone; to disconcert; to frustrate
1818PersuasionBut, though discomfited and disappointed, he could still do something for his own interest and his own enjoyment.1901My Brilliant Career'I am so glad you have come, my dear. I must have a good look at you when we get into the light. I hope you are like your mother.' This prospect discomfited me. I knew she would find a very ugly girl with not the least resemblance to her pretty mother, and I cursed my appearance under my breath.1967Where Eagles DareSmith, his already reddening face discomfited and tight in anger, rose, made to leave…Labels: Alistair MacLean, Jane Austen, Miles Franklin
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