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restlessness

1 of 1noun
/ˈrɛstləsnəs/
Forms:restlessnesses
1

a state of impatience or unease, characterized by a persistent desire for change, action, or relief from a current situation

  • The long wait at the airport fueled a sense of restlessness among the passengers eager to board their flights.
  • The students' restlessness on the last day of school hinted at their anticipation for the upcoming summer break.
  • A feeling of restlessness overcame her as she yearned for a change of scenery and new experiences.
  • In the quiet room, the ticking clock only intensified the sense of restlessness for someone waiting for important news.
  • The teenager's restlessness on the eve of the trip signaled excitement for the upcoming adventure.
Synonyms:
2

the quality of being ceaselessly moving or active

3

inability to rest or relax or be still

4

a feeling of agitation expressed in continual motion