Disturbance
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The act of disturbing, being disturbed Something that disturbs An interruption of that which is normal or regular. A serious mental imbalance or illness.
Example sentence: But it is possible that, in the days ahead, these years we have lived through may eventually be thought of simply as a period of disturbance and regression.
Fray
Part of speech: noun
Definition: Affray; broil; contest; combat; brawl; melee.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To unravel; used particularly for the edge of something made of cloth, or the end of a rope.To cause exhaustion, wear out (a person's mental strength).