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restless

/ˈɹɛstləs/

adjective

Meaning

  • Not allowing or affording rest.

    "The night before his wedding was a restless one."

  • Without rest; unable to be still or quiet; uneasy; continually moving.

    "He was a restless child."

  • Not satisfied to be at rest or in peace; averse to repose; eager for change; discontented.

    "A restless ambition."

  • Deprived of rest or sleep.

    "They remained restless, sitting by the window the entire night."

Synonyms

antsy