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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The unrest has been driven in part by stark pay disparities between states, highlighted by neighbouring Haryana's recent 35% increase in minimum wages following similar demonstrations.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

This comes just as they see investors growing increasingly optimistic about a deal to end the Middle East unrest.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

“With the unrest in the Middle East now calming, U.S. natural gas will need a weather catalyst if we’re to see near-term prices move back above $3.00.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The price has plunged from its record high of above $126,000 back in October last year, most recently driven lower by unrest in the Middle East.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

The house was full of noise and unrest.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers

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