What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unquiet
Example
The unquiet sea made it difficult for the fishermen to go out. [unquiet: adjective]
Example
She felt unquiet and couldn't sleep all night. [unquiet: adjective]
unsettled
Example
The future of the company is still unsettled after the merger. [unsettled: adjective]
Example
He felt unsettled in his new job and wasn't sure if he made the right decision. [unsettled: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unsettled is more commonly used than unquiet in everyday language. Unsettled is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while unquiet is less common and has a more limited usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unquiet and unsettled?
Both unquiet and unsettled are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
