uneasiness

noun

Definition of uneasinessnext
1
as in turmoil
a disturbed or uneasy state a general uneasiness has descended over the city in the wake of the murders

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2
as in fear
an uneasy state of mind usually over the possibility of an anticipated misfortune or trouble his uneasiness lasted until his son's plane had returned safely to the ground

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  1. turmoil
  2. fear
  3. unrest
  4. concern
  5. unease
  6. anxiety
  7. excitement
  8. worry
Noun
  • Adding to the turmoil, Trudeau announced earlier this week his intention to step down as prime minister, further complicating Canada's position in the face of U.S. pressure.
    Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Shin Yul, a Myongji University professor who has followed the political turmoil, said police had lots of experience with the tactical operations that were likely being considered.
    Jack Kim and Ju-min Park, The Christian Science Monitor, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of turmoil
Noun
  • Over the course of 24 hours, the pair discuss fellow luminaries, navigate existential fears, and reflect on the joys and struggles of being an artist.
    Radhika Seth, Vogue, 11 Jan. 2025
  • Two donors traveling with the program faced a deeper fear, grappling with the reality that their home in the fire zone might not withstand the flames — a fear later confirmed.
    Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
Definition of fear
Noun
  • Social unrest will become more frequent, with mass protests and political instability becoming the norm in affected regions.
    Amir Husain, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
  • The reason the internet satellite service became so popular after the women's rights protests began in 2022 is because access to Instagram and WhatsApp was restricted due to widespread civil unrest.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of unrest
Noun
  • The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States, tasked with a review of the potential acquisition, shared concerns about the national security risks posed by the loss of the country's second-largest steel producer.
    Max Zahn, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Quantum Computer Cryptography: As new projects begin to get funding in 2025, what security concerns will arise?
    John Bruggeman, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of concern
Noun
  • With Butler offering his Thursday postgame comments shortly after coach Erik Spoelstra downplayed, and even dismissed, Heat concerns about simmering tensions and unease, there has yet to be a team response to Butler’s distress.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Foreign direct investment in India had dropped by an astonishing 43 percent in the preceding year, partly thanks to high borrowing costs and unease about the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.
    Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of unease
Noun
  • Studies point to lower grades and higher rates of car accidents, athletic injuries, risky behaviors, substance abuse, obesity, depression, and anxiety.
    Lynne Peeples, TIME, 6 Jan. 2025
  • No place does this mix of anxiety and forward-looking techno-evangelism spring forth more profusely than at CES.
    Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of anxiety
Noun
  • Jones: Even with the lingering contract questions over Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, the optimism and excitement surrounding Liverpool is infectious.
    Carl Anka, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Player props continue to be most popular with the watch and wager action driving fan engagement and entertainment while adding more enjoyment and excitement to the action.
    Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of excitement
Noun
  • Organizational dysfunction, the most crucial worry.
    Jacob Robinson, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Allowing just nine points to the Minnesota Vikings was a tremendous leap forward; the only worry is if the bye week will cool down what might just be the best offense in the league.
    Fox News Staff, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of worry
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