Definition

A feeling of worry or discomfort about something that may happen.

Example

She felt a sense of uneasiness before the big presentation.

Conversation

I've been feeling a lot of uneasiness about the upcoming exam.

I understand, exams can really stress us out.

Yeah, I just hope I can manage my uneasiness before it starts.

Maybe some deep breathing exercises could help you relax.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uneasiness → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "ease" (from Old French *aise*, meaning comfort or freedom from pain) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word "uneasiness" describes the state of not being at ease or comfortable.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being comfortable ('ease') — that's why uneasiness means the state of feeling uncomfortable.

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