unease

/ˈjuːniːz/

Definitions

1. noun

a feeling of nervousness or anxiety; a state of being uneasy or uncomfortable

“The news caused a sense of unease among the investors.”

2. noun

a slight feeling of illness or sickness, especially in the stomach

“She had a feeling of unease in her stomach before the exam.”

3. verb

to make someone feel nervous or anxious

“The suspenseful plot began to unease the viewers.”

Synonyms

  • anxiety
  • apprehension
  • disquiet
  • nervousness

Antonyms

  • calmness
  • comfort
  • ease
  • serenity