unrest
|un/rest|
B2
/ʌnˈrɛst/
public disturbance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unrest' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'unreste,' where 'un-' meant 'not' and 'reste' meant 'rest.'
Historical Evolution
'unreste' transformed into the modern English word 'unrest' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'lack of rest or peace,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'public disturbance or agitation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, and agitation in a group of people, typically involving public demonstrations or disorder.
The country has been experiencing political unrest for months.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45