unrest (Meaning)
unrest (n)
a state of agitation or turbulent change or development
a feeling of restless agitation
unrest (n.)
Want of rest or repose; unquietness; sleeplessness; uneasiness; disquietude.
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unrest Sentence Examples
- The city was plagued by unrest after the controversial election results were announced.
- Unrest erupted in the streets as protesters clashed with police over social injustice.
- The country has been experiencing political unrest for several months, threatening to destabilize the government.
- The new reforms sparked unrest among workers, who feared they would lose their jobs.
- Racial tensions and discrimination led to widespread unrest in the community.
- The economic downturn caused widespread unrest, as people struggled to make ends meet.
- The investigation into corruption allegations has created a climate of unrest within the organization.
- The constant noise and disruption caused by construction projects led to unrest among residents.
- The unrest spread throughout the region, threatening to escalate into a full-blown conflict.
- The government imposed a curfew to quell the unrest, but tensions remained high.
FAQs About the word unrest
a state of agitation or turbulent change or development, a feeling of restless agitationWant of rest or repose; unquietness; sleeplessness; uneasiness; disquiet
turmoil, ferment, trouble,tension, excitement, restlessness, unease, disquiet, confusion, agitation
peace, tranquility, quiet, ease, tranquillity, tranquility, tranquillity, calm, quiet, calm
The city was plagued by unrest after the controversial election results were announced.
Unrest erupted in the streets as protesters clashed with police over social injustice.
The country has been experiencing political unrest for several months, threatening to destabilize the government.
The new reforms sparked unrest among workers, who feared they would lose their jobs.