😵restless

adjective
/ˈrɛstləs/

Meaning

unable to relax or remain still; constantly in motion
unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting

Example Sentences

He felt restless during the long meeting.

The child was restless during the long car journey.

Example Expressions

restless night

Synonyms

uneasy, agitated, fidgety, unsettled, anxious
Entry 1
uneasy, agitated, fidgety, unsettled
Entry 2
agitated, fidgety, unsettled, anxious

Antonyms

calm, peaceful, relaxed, still
Entry 1
calm, peaceful, relaxed
Entry 2
calm, peaceful, relaxed, still

Collocations

restless mind, restless night, restless spirit, restless energy
Entry 1
restless mind, restless night, restless spirit
Entry 2
restless night, restless energy, restless spirit

More Example Sentences

Otherwise restlessness prevails and the country goes towards destruction.

Related Vocabularies

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