inquietude
/in'kwaiitju:d/
Definition
Noun A state of uneasiness, restlessness, or anxiety; a feeling of disquiet or worry.
Usage
"Inquietude" is a formal noun used to describe a persistent feeling of anxiety, nervousness, or mental unrest. It often implies a state of being unable to relax due to worry or apprehension about something.
Examples
- The constant political instability filled the citizens with a deep inquietude.
- She could not shake off a sense of inquietude about the upcoming medical results.
- His letter was full of an inquietude that worried his family.
Advanced Usage
- "To feel an inquietude": To experience a feeling of anxiety or unease.
- He felt a growing inquietude as the deadline approached.
- "A source of inquietude": Something that causes worry or anxiety.
- The strange noises in the old house were a constant source of inquietude for the new tenants.
Variants and Related Words
- Disquiet (noun/verb): A very close synonym, meaning a feeling of anxiety or worry. It is slightly less formal than "inquietude."
- Unease (noun): A general state of nervousness or discomfort.
- Restlessness (noun): The inability to rest or relax due to anxiety or boredom.
Synonyms
- Anxiety
- Apprehension
- Disquiet
- Uneasiness
- Nervousness
- Agitation
Antonyms
- Calm
- Peace
- Serenity
- Tranquility
- Composure
Noun
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feelings of anxiety that make you tense and irritable
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