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unrest
[ uhn-rest ]
noun
- lack of rest; a restless, troubled, or uneasy state; disquiet:
the unrest within himself.
- disturbance or turmoil; agitation:
political unrest.
Synonyms: , ,
unrest
/ ʌˈɛ /
noun
- a troubled or rebellious state of discontent
- an uneasy or troubled state
Other Word Forms
- ܲ·iԲ adjective
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
The unrest began on 2 March after a car was set on fire in Edinburgh's Parrotshot area near The Jewel.
He suggested that the murder investigation into Mr Blake was launched amid pressure over potential unrest, which is denied by the IOPC.
Still, unrest is a concern, especially because there is already discontent over an ongoing property crisis and job losses.
That's why it was a huge result for them to turn things around against Fulham, particularly because there seems to be some unrest among their fans and issues with some of their key players.
This work, coming so soon after the earthquakes, will help scientists understand what type of seismic unrest could indicate a volcanic eruption is imminent.
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