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Disconcert (Verb)

Cause to lose one's composure.

Verbs of feeling.

Her sudden outburst of anger was enough to disconcert the otherwise calm politician.
The difficult math problem began to disconcert me, and I couldn't focus anymore.
The unexpected interruption by her father disconcerted her in the middle of the speech.
Her loud criticism of my work disconcerted me, and I struggled to respond confidently.
The strange noise in the night disconcerted the traveler and made it hard to fall asleep.

Cause to feel embarrassment; "The constant attention of the young man confused her".

Verbs of feeling.

Her honest opinion on the outfit disconcerted my sister, causing her to re-think her fashion choices.
The teacher's stern lecture disconcerted the students, making them feel ashamed of their behavior.
His sudden inquiry about her past disconcerted Sarah, who didn't expect the conversation to take that turn.
The fact that everyone at the party seemed to know each other disconcerted the newcomer, making her feel left out.
Being caught off guard by the camera flash disconcerted the couple, ruining what was supposed to be a romantic photo shoot.