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Meaning of uneasy
The primary meaning of the word "uneasy" is feeling anxious or uncomfortable.
Etymology of uneasy
The word "uneasy" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, with "un" meaning "not" and "ease" meaning "comfort" or "relaxation", originating from the Old English word "ēase" and the prefix "un-" added to form the adjective "uneasy", which has been used since the 14th century to describe feelings of discomfort or anxiety.
Synonyms
anxious
apprehensive
nervous
uneasy
fidgety
restless
on edge
high-strung
jittery
tense
strained
uncomfortable
ill at ease
queasy
apprehensive
fearful
worried
concerned
troubled
distressed
perturbed
disquieted
uncomfortable
awkward
self-conscious
embarrassed
abashed
flustered
rattled
shaken
upset
discomposed
agitated
worked up
wrought up
overwrought
Definitions
- Feeling anxious or worried about something
- * Not feeling comfortable or relaxed in a situation
- * Causing a feeling of discomfort or anxiety
Usage Examples
- The news of the impending storm made her feel uneasy about the upcoming picnic.
- * He felt uneasy in the crowded room, preferring quieter spaces.
- * The thought of public speaking made him uneasy, so he avoided it whenever possible.