Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mal-estar

noun
mal-es-tar
Definition
A feeling of discomfort or unease, often in a physical or emotional context.
Examples
  • After a long day at work, I often experience mal-estar that keeps me from relaxing at home.
  • His mal-estar was evident as he struggled to concentrate during the meeting.
Meaning
Refers specifically to a state of being unwell or not feeling right, whether physically, mentally, or emotionally.
Synonyms
  • discomfort
  • unease
  • distress