ˈʌnˌrɛst

Definitions

1. noun

a state of disturbance or disorder, especially one caused by violence or protests.

“The city was plagued by unrest following the election.”

2. noun

a feeling of nervous or apprehensive uncertainty.

“She felt a growing sense of unrest as she waited for the test results.”

3. noun

a state of turmoil or upheaval.

“The company was in a state of unrest after the financial scandal.”

4. verb

to cause or be a cause of disturbance or disorder.

“The new policy was going to unrest the community.”