uneasy

[ʌnˈiːzi]

uneasy Definition

  • 1causing or feeling anxiety; troubled or uncomfortable
  • 2not settled or secure

Using uneasy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "uneasy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She felt uneasy about the whole situation.

  • Example

    The silence made him uneasy.

  • Example

    He had an uneasy feeling that he was being watched.

  • Example

    The uneasy truce between the two countries lasted for only a few months.

uneasy Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with uneasy

  • it is difficult to be a leader and make decisions, because you are responsible for everything that happens

    Example

    As the CEO of the company, he knew that uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.

  • to cause someone to feel anxious or uncomfortable

    Example

    The strange noise in the house made her feel uneasy.

  • an uneasy peace/truce

    a situation where there is no fighting or conflict, but people do not trust each other and are still prepared for war

    Example

    The two sides agreed to an uneasy peace after years of conflict.

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Summary: uneasy in Brief

The term 'uneasy' [ʌnˈiːzi] refers to feelings of anxiety or discomfort, often caused by uncertainty or insecurity. It can describe a person's emotional state, as in 'She felt uneasy about the whole situation,' or a situation itself, as in 'The uneasy truce between the two countries lasted for only a few months.' The phrase 'uneasy lies the head that wears the crown' suggests that leadership is difficult and comes with great responsibility.

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