Definition

In a way that causes worry or unease.

Example

She looked at him disquietly, sensing that something was wrong.

Conversation

I noticed you were acting a bit disquietly during the meeting yesterday.

Yeah, I couldn't shake off that weird feeling.

I get it, sometimes things just feel off for no reason.

Exactly! It’s hard to focus when you’re feeling that way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disquietly → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "quietus" (from Latin, meaning quiet or calm) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "disquietly" means in a manner that is not calm or peaceful, suggesting a state of disturbance or anxiety.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dis-' meaning 'apart' and 'quiet' meaning 'calm' — when someone is disquietly, they are acting in a way that is not calm or peaceful.

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