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unrest Synonyms

Another word for unrest

Choosing another word for unrest depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, and agitation in a group of people, typically involving public demonstrations or disorder.

Usage Example

"Rising food prices and high unemployment sparked widespread civil turmoil across the region."

Strongest
turmoil
agitation
upheaval
disorder
Strong
ferment
dissension
strife
discontent
tumult
discord

• noun (Context 2)

A state of personal uneasiness, mental agitation, or physical restlessness.

Usage Example

"A sense of inner restlessness kept the writer pacing the study late into the night."

Strongest
restlessness
uneasiness
disquiet
Strong
inquietude
agitation
anxiety
perturbation

Opposites of unrest

The opposite of unrest shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

serenity
peace
repose
stability
order
calmness
harmony
calm
See all opposites of unrest

• Nearby Words

unresponsive
unresponsively
unresponsiveness
unrest
unrested
unrestful
unrestored

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Unrest. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/unrest
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