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
  • Instead, Einhard used a local story of demonic possession of a young girl to make the critique for him, likely drawing on broader widespread views of the recent turmoil.
    Matthew Gabriele, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Charged with bribery, fraud and breach of trust, Netanyahu will testify three times a week, the court said, despite the Gaza war and possible new threats posed by wider Middle East turmoil.
    Reuters, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of turmoil
Noun
  • Advertising from telehealth companies, along with data showing that a sizable portion of men who get testosterone don’t even get their levels checked beforehand, lends credence to their fears.
    Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2024
  • If Friday the 13th worries you, others share your fear.
    Janet Loehrke, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of fear
Noun
  • During the social and political unrest, the story centers on the goings-on of an unconventional family living in Lima.
    Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
  • To prepare for potential unrest during the week of the election, the Portland Police Bureau spent $1.2 million in officer overtime — yet, large-scale protests never materialized and no arrests were made.
    Meira Gebel, Axios, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of unrest
Noun
  • Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical concerns, and do not ignore professional advice based on information from MediKarma.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Key Background Recreational and commercial drones have surged in popularity, with nearly a million registered by the FAA, leading to growing concerns about unsafe or malicious use.
    Stephen Pastis, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of concern
Noun
  • Sitting with the images can bring on a creeping sense of unease.
    Jacqui Palumbo, CNN, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Resident James Edwards of Succasunna expressed unease, urging calm amid speculation.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of unease
Noun
  • Cycling anxiety thoughts in the middle of the night.
    Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Levels of stress, anxiety and depression are already alarmingly high among U.S. adults.
    Sujay Saha, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of anxiety
Noun
  • But when the special guests arrived, chaperoned by a flight attendant, the children couldn't contain their excitement, as the VIPs were each of the girls' Elf on the Shelf.
    Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Pop-up shops, interactive installations and brand activations can generate excitement and buzz, offering unique and memorable moments that forge deeper relationships with consumers.
    Yuriy Boykiv, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of excitement
Noun
  • In fact, our primary worry on this front is less about workers staying in their roles longer and more about declining immigration, which has been a source of economic strength in recent years.
    Jeffrey Schulze, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Pentagon officials tried and failed to block the deal at the time, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal, which cited worries that AMD had transferred crucial know-how that could aid China’s military and domestic semiconductor ambitions.
    Billy Perrigo, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of worry
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