Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

restless

adjective
/ˈrɛstləs/
Definition
Unable to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom.
Examples
  • She felt restless after sitting for too long in the meeting.
  • The restless waves crashed against the shore.
  • He has a restless mind that keeps him up at night.
Meaning
The feeling of being unable to stay still or calm, often due to unease or a strong desire to do something.
Synonyms
  • unsettled
  • anxious
  • fidgety
  • uneasy
  • agitated