restless

adjective
UK: /ˈrestləs/
US: /ˈrestləs/

  1. Unable to relax or be still; always moving or fidgeting.

    1. The kids were restless on the long car ride, asking when we would arrive.
    2. He had a restless night, tossing and turning, unable to find a comfortable position.

  2. Not satisfied with what one is doing or with one's current situation, and wanting change.

    1. After five years, she grew restless and wanted a new job.
    2. Many young people are restless and eager to travel the world and experience new things.

  3. Characterized by or causing a lack of rest or sleep.

    1. He's been having restless nights since he started the new medication.
    2. The restless energy of the city kept me awake long after I went to bed.

Synonyms

restive antsy uneasy impatient fidgety unsettled agitated

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "restless" in English means: Unable to relax or be still; always moving or fidgeting., Not satisfied with what one is doing or with one's current situation, and wanting change., Characterized by or causing a lack of rest or sleep..

The phonetic transcription of "restless" is /ˈrestləs/ in British English and /ˈrestləs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "restless": restive, antsy, uneasy, impatient, fidgety, unsettled, agitated.

Example usage of "restless": "The kids were restless on the long car ride, asking when we would arrive.". More examples on the page.