unrestfulness

The child's unrestfulness made it difficult for him to fall asleep.

Definition

Noun: The state or quality of being restless, uneasy, or agitated; a lack of calmness or tranquility.

Usage Examples

• (The crowd's restlessness and unease increased.)
• (Her physical movement demonstrated her agitation.)
• (The lack of peace and quiet in the city disrupted rest.)

Advanced Usage

• "a feeling of unrestfulness": a sensation of unease or disquiet.

  • A general feeling of unrestfulness pervaded the office after the layoffs. (An atmosphere of anxiety and tension spread through the workplace.)

• "to experience unrestfulness": to undergo a period of agitation or restlessness.

  • Many people experience unrestfulness before a major life change. (They feel unsettled and anxious prior to a significant event.)

Variants and Related Words

• Unrestful (adj): not conducive to rest; causing unease.

  • The unrestful environment of the noisy hotel room kept him awake. (The room was not peaceful or relaxing.)

• Restlessness (n): a synonym for unrestfulness; the inability to rest or relax.

  • His restlessness was evident in his constant fidgeting. (His inability to stay still showed his unease.)

Synonyms

• Agitation: a state of nervousness or disturbance.
• Disquiet: a feeling of anxiety or worry.
• Unease: a sense of discomfort or apprehension.
• Turbulence: a state of disorder or disturbance.

Related Idioms

• "to have a restless spirit": to be naturally inclined towards unease or constant activity.

  • He has a restless spirit that never allows him to stay in one place for long. (He is inherently prone to restlessness and movement.)

• "to be on edge": to be tense, irritable, or anxious.

  • The unrestfulness of the situation kept everyone on edge. (The unease made everyone feel tense and alert.)