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unsettled

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ənˈsɛtəɫd// UK //ʌnsˈɛtəld// un·set·tled

adj. feeling worried, nervous, or not quite right. You use this when something makes you feel less calm or safe than before.

adj. characterised by a lack of stability, calm, or certainty. Often describes a psychological state of anxiety or a physical environment that is prone to change.


SIMPLE

The strange news left her feeling very unsettled.

CONTEXTUAL

The stock market remained unsettled throughout the week as investors waited for the latest inflation data.

COMPLEX

The sudden departure of the CEO created an unsettled atmosphere within the company, leading many senior staff members to reconsider their long-term commitment to the firm.

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Commonly follows linking verbs such as 'feel', 'seem', or 'remain'.

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