uneasiness

[/ʌnˈiːzinəs/]

noun

inquietação

1. a state of anxiety, worry, or discomfort; lack of ease or peace of mind

She felt a growing uneasiness about the upcoming presentation.

Ela sentiu uma crescente inquietação sobre a apresentação que se aproximava.

2. physical discomfort or restlessness

The patient's uneasiness made it difficult for him to sleep.

A inquietação do paciente tornava difícil para ele dormir.

3. social awkwardness or discomfort in a situation

There was an uneasiness between the two former friends at the party.

Havia uma inquietação entre os dois ex-amigos na festa.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

inquietação

most common usage

Rio de Janeiro

inquietação; desassossego

both terms used interchangeably

São Paulo

inquietação

standard usage

Portugal

inquietação; desassossego

both terms commonly used; 'desassossego' slightly more literary

a nagging uneasiness

growing uneasiness

air of uneasiness

sense of uneasiness

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