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unrest

[uhn-rest] / ʌnˈrɛst /
NOUN
state of agitation; disturbance
Synonyms
STRONGEST
anarchy anxiety confusion controversy crisis discontent discord dissension insurrection protest rebellion strife tension trouble tumult turmoil uproar
STRONG
altercation annoyance bickering bother chagrin change contention debate disaffection disease disquiet dissatisfaction distress dither ennui grief irritation malaise moodiness mortification perplexity perturbation quarrel restlessness sedition sorrow tizzy unease uneasiness upset vexation worry
Antonyms
STRONGEST
agreement approval calm calmness composure contentedness contentment ease happiness harmony order peace
STRONG
comfort delight health joy pleasure
WEAK
rest

Example Sentences

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Last year, persistent power and water shortages in Madagascar led to youth-led protests, which escalated to broader political unrest, resulting in a military takeover.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

England's Brendon McCullum held a call with county cricket head coaches and directors on Wednesday amid unrest between the domestic and international game.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Desai said, as seeming moments of recovery in the past year or so were squashed by the L.A. wildfires, then last summer’s immigration crackdown and associated civil unrest.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

The nationwide unrest in September saw the parliament and government offices set ablaze and led to Oli's ouster.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

She could not be oblivious to the unrest around them, but his sister always believed in putting on the brave show.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin