What is the meaning of disturb?

Move deeply.
- usage: "This book upset me"; "A troubling thought"
- synonyms: upset, trouble
Change the arrangement or position of.
- synonyms: agitate, vex, commove, shake up, stir up, raise up
Tamper with.
- usage: "Don't touch my CDs"
- synonyms: touch
Destroy the peace or tranquility of.
- usage: "Don't interrupt me when I'm reading"
- synonyms: interrupt
Damage as if by shaking or jarring.
- usage: "Don't disturb the patient's wounds by moving him too rapidly"

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