disquiet (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /dɪsˈkwaɪət/
Definition
A feeling of unease or worry.
Examples
A sense of disquiet spread through the town after the unexplained disappearances.
He felt a growing disquiet about the financial risks involved in the project.
The child's unusual behavior caused his parents considerable disquiet.
How to Use disquiet
- disquiet about (prepositional phrase)
- To feel uneasy or worried regarding a specific issue or situation. — "She felt a disquiet about the upcoming exam."
- disquiet over (prepositional phrase)
- To feel uneasy or worried concerning a particular matter. — "There was considerable disquiet over the new policy changes."
Synonyms of disquiet
Words with a similar meaning to disquiet:
Antonyms of disquiet
Words with the opposite meaning to disquiet:
Browse the full Anaversity dictionary