Pronunciation

/ʌnˈiːzɪ/

Definitions

• Adjective: Feeling nervous, anxious, or uncomfortable; uneasy about something or someone. For example: “She felt uneasy about the upcoming presentation.”
• Adverb: In a manner that causes uneasiness; uneasily. For example: “He shifted uneasily in his seat during the tense conversation.”

Phrases

• “Feel uneasy” describes the emotional state of being uneasy.
• “With an uneasy heart” expresses concern or apprehension.
• “Uneasy silence” refers to a quietness filled with tension.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The children felt uneasy in the dark room.”
• Adverb: “He swallowed hard and answered uneasily.”
• “There was an uneasy truce between the two rival groups.”

Synonyms

• Nervous
• Unsettled
• Anxious
• Tense
• Restless
• Fidgety

Antonyms

• Comfortable
• Relaxed
• At ease
• Calm
• Confident