unease
3 synonyms for unease, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A feeling of worry, discomfort, or mild anxiety.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use unease
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a sense of unease
growing unease
public unease
Etymology
From Middle English unese, from un- ("not") plus ease; related to disease.
Full origin of unease →Frequently asked questions
What does “unease” mean?
The word “unease” means a feeling of worry, discomfort, or mild anxiety. In plain terms, a nagging feeling that something isn't right.
How do you pronounce “unease”?
“Unease” is pronounced uhn-EEZ (/ʌnˈiːz/ in IPA).
How do you use “unease” in a sentence?
Here is “unease” used in a sentence: “A sense of unease spread through the office after the announcement.”
What part of speech is “unease”?
“Unease” is a noun.
Where does the word “unease” come from?
The word “unease” comes from Middle English. From Middle English unese, from un- ("not") plus ease; related to disease.
