Uneasiness: meaning, definitions and examples
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uneasiness
[ ˌʌnˈiːzɪnəs ]
feeling of discomfort
Uneasiness is the state of feeling anxious, uncomfortable, or uneasy. It is a sense of restlessness or apprehension.
Synonyms
anxiety, discomfort, disquiet, nervousness
Examples of usage
- I sensed an uneasiness in the room as we waited for the test results.
- Her uneasiness grew as the deadline approached.
- The uneasiness in his voice was evident.
lack of ease or comfort
Uneasiness can also refer to a lack of ease or comfort in a situation. It is the opposite of feeling relaxed or at peace.
Synonyms
awkwardness, discomfort, tension
Examples of usage
- The uneasiness of the situation made it difficult to concentrate.
- She felt a sense of uneasiness in the unfamiliar surroundings.
Translations
Translations of the word "uneasiness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inquietação
🇮🇳 असुविधा
🇩🇪 Unbehagen
🇮🇩 kegelisahan
🇺🇦 неспокій
🇵🇱 niepokój
🇯🇵 不安
🇫🇷 inquiétude
🇪🇸 inquietud
🇹🇷 huzursuzluk
🇰🇷 불안
🇸🇦 قلق
🇨🇿 neklid
🇸🇰 nepokoj
🇨🇳 不安
🇸🇮 nemirnost
🇮🇸 óþægindi
🇰🇿 мазасыздық
🇬🇪 არასასიამოვნო
🇦🇿 narahatlıq
🇲🇽 inquietud
Word origin
The word 'uneasiness' originated in the late 16th century from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'ease'. It evolved to describe the state of being uncomfortable or anxious. Over time, it has become commonly used to express feelings of discomfort or lack of ease in various situations.