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restless

Pronunciation: /ˈɹɛstlɪs/

The English word “restless” has 4 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Not allowing or affording rest.
  2. Without rest; unable to be still or quiet; uneasy; continually moving.
  3. Not satisfied to be at rest or in peace; averse to repose; eager for change; discontented.
  4. Deprived of rest or sleep.

Etymology

From Middle English restles, restelees, from Old English ræstlēas, equivalent to rest + -less.

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