Uneasiness
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ʌnˈiːzinəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Uneasiness is a noun meaning The state of being uneasy, nervous or restless.
Meaning
The state of being uneasy, nervous or restless.
More Meanings
- An anxious state of mind; anxiety.
Example Sentences
Finding that the afternoon coach was gone, and finding that his uneasiness grew into positive alarm, as obstacles came in his way, he resolved to follow in a post-chaise.
Although the Celebrity was almost impervious to sarcasm, he was now beginning to exhibit visible signs of uneasiness, the consciousness dawning upon him that his eccentricity was not receiving the ovation it merited.
Word Forms
- uneasinesses
Synonyms for uneasiness
Depending on context, synonyms include disease, unease, fear, malaise, disquiet, disquietude.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include inquietude, unease, disquietude, restlessness, disquiet, uncomfortableness.
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