Restless synonyms
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Part of speech:
Not established in a place or abode
Easily startled
The definition of tremulous is quivering, timid or nervous.
Inclined to be vexed or troubled; peevish.
Without restraint; disorderly; boisterous
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Feeling or showing restless eagerness to do something, go somewhere, etc.
Uneasily impatient or hard to control under restriction, opposition, criticism, or delay:
Not content when still
Having become a stranger, of one who formerly was close, as a relative, friend, lover, or spouse.
Not contented; wanting something more or different
Winding
Of, characteristic of, or like nomads or their way of life
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Difficult to alleviate or cure.
Resentful and rebellious, especially against authority.
malcontented
Difficult to deal with or to operate.
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(Law) Willfully disobedient to the summons or orders of a court.
Deviating from what is considered right or good; wrong, improper, etc. or corrupt, wicked, etc.; specif., sexually perverted
Passing away with time; not permanent; temporary; transitory
Not content with a settled life
Not content with a settled life
Not content with a settled life
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Lengthy and digressive:
Not content with a settled life
Not content with a settled life
quiet (antonym)
Still; calm; motionless
calm (antonym)
(Of a place or situation) Free of noise and disturbance.
content (antonym)
(Archaic) Pleased
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settled (antonym)
Comfortable and at ease, especially after a period of change or unrest.
fixed (antonym)
Firmly in position; stationary:
immovable (antonym)
(Law) Of or relating to things, such as trees and buildings, attached to real property:
active (related)
Being in physical motion:
rebellious (related)
The definition of rebellious is a person who is resistant to authority or control.
agitato
(Music) Describing a passage having this mark.
Not obedient.
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(entertainment/advertising jargon): on the edge between acceptable and offensive; pushing the boundaries of good taste; dodgy
erethic
(Pathology) Being abnormally excited.
The definition of fidgety is being restless, or being unable to sit still.
Characterized by irregular or intermittent activity, impulses, etc.; spasmodic; restless
Continuous; continuing indefinitely without stopping
Rigidly conventional, as in manners, opinions, and tastes:
Thinking about unpleasant things that have happened or that might happen; feeling afraid and unhappy.
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(Uncountable) A state of disquiet, uneasiness, or anxiety.
A state of feeling unwell or unhappy; a feeling of emotional and mental discomfort and suffering from restlessness, malaise, depression or anxiety.
fantods
(Chiefly dated) plural form of fantod To have “the fantods” is to be in a state of nervousness, distress, or anxiety.
A state of restlessness or uneasiness; disquietude.
The state or condition of being restless; an inability to be still, quiet, at peace or comfortable.
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peaceful (antonym)
Inclined or disposed to peace; peaceable:
Undependably variable; mercurial or fickle.
Characterized by jerky or spasmodic motion:
a bundle of nerves
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tired (related)
The definition of tired is being bored with something, or something that has become stale or being fatigued and in need of rest.
tighten (related)
Feeling or exhibiting nervous tension
Not gratified.
satisfied (antonym)
In a state of satisfaction.
Having a fever or symptoms characteristic of a fever.
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The definition of ornery is someone bad tempered or stubborn.
Relating to, affected by, or having the character of a spasm; convulsive.
Characterized by disorder, commotion, or unrest:
The definition of agitation refers to the process of moving something forcefully or violently.
all wound up
Marked by a lack of sleep:
relaxed (antonym)
Free from strain or tension.
kicksy-wicksy
Fantastic; restless.
Awkward or unsure in manner; constrained:
The definition of agitated is someone who is very distressed or troubled.
The definition of anxious is someone who is apprehensive or concerned in anticipation of an event.
Not content when still
Not content when still
The definition of antsy is someone who can't sit still or who is fidgeting, often because of excitement, nerves or anticipation.
Not content with conditions
Having a menacing aspect; threatening:
The definition of resentful is being angry or holding a grudge against something.
Inclined to make trouble; unruly.
Traveling from place to place, especially to perform work or a duty:
Of or having to do with a changing of residence
Not content with a settled life
listless (related)
weary (related)
lethargic (related)
irritable (related)
frightened (related)
sullen (related)
languid (related)
breathless (related)
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