unrest — a state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, and agitation in a group of people
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, and agitation in a group of people
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈʌnrest/
Example Sentences
- The students' unrest over cafeteria food led to the 'Great Kimchi Rebellion' of 2023.
- Labor unrest at the factory resulted in better working conditions.
- My mom's unrest about my messy room reached epic proportions yesterday.
unrest
NOUN[/ˈʌnrest/]
a state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, and agitation in a group of people
Workers showing collective anger and dissatisfaction
Unrest fills the nest as the sun sets in the west
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'unrest', composed of the prefix 'un-' (meaning 'not') combined with 'rest' (from Old English 'ræst', meaning 'peace, quiet, or repose'). The word emerged in the 14th century to describe the state of not being at peace.
Breakdown
un- (not) + rest (peace, repose) = unrest (state of agitation or lack of peace)
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📝Examples
“The students' unrest over cafeteria food led to the 'Great Kimchi Rebellion' of 2023.”
“Labor unrest at the factory resulted in better working conditions.”
“My mom's unrest about my messy room reached epic proportions yesterday.”
“Economic unrest often leads to political changes.”
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