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uneasy

|un/eas/y|

B2

/ʌnˈiːzi/

discomfort

Etymology
Etymology Information

'uneasy' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'uneasy', where 'un-' meant 'not' and 'easy' meant 'comfortable'.

Historical Evolution

'uneasy' changed from the Middle English word 'uneasy' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not comfortable or easy', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

feeling anxious or uncomfortable.

She felt uneasy about the upcoming exam.

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Adjective 2

not settled or stable.

The uneasy truce between the two countries was fragile.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39