Definition

Feeling more uncomfortable or anxious than usual.

Example

She felt uneasier as the deadline approached.

Conversation

I felt a bit uneasier during the presentation today.

Really? I thought you seemed confident up there.

Thanks! I guess I just worry about making mistakes.

That's normal, but you did great anyway!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uneasier → It is formed from the prefix "un-" (meaning not) and the root "easy" (from Old French *aisé*, meaning comfortable or free from difficulty) and the comparative suffix "-er" (indicating a higher degree). The word "uneasier" means not as easy or more difficult than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not easy' ('un-') and remember that 'uneasier' means something is more difficult than another.

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