Perturbation
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
(physics) a secondary influence on a system that causes it to deviate slightly
Framework senses
- §1
- the act of causing disorder
- §2
- a disposition that is confused or nervous and upset
- §3
- activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption
- §4
- (physics) a secondary influence on a system that causes it to deviate slightly
- §5
- an unhappy and worried mental state