CEFR B2

unease

noun

Meaning

A feeling of anxiety or slight worry; a state of mental discomfort.

Examples

There was a general sense of unease in the room after the unexpected announcement.
She felt a growing unease about traveling alone at night.

Synonyms: worry, anxiety, discomfort, apprehension, trepidation

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unease (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈiːz/

Definition

A feeling of anxiety or slight worry; a state of mental discomfort.

Examples

There was a general sense of unease in the room after the unexpected announcement.
She felt a growing unease about traveling alone at night.
The politician's vague answers only added to the public's unease.

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