Synonyms for unnerving

Most common

formidable · daunting · redoubtable

All synonyms

Adjective

Definitions

1. adj. 1

   Causing a deprivation of courage, strength, confidence, etc.

Example sentences

• formidable Algeria has a formidable special operations force.
• daunting The challenges are daunting, but we can overcome them.
• redoubtable She was politely described as a redoubtable dowager.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

8 letters

daunting²

10 letters

formidable⁴

11 letters

redoubtable⁴

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (daunting² = 2 syllables).

In other languages

Français

énervant