Meaning of the word restive in English
What does restive mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
restive
US /ˈres.tɪv/
UK /ˈres.tɪv/
Adjective
unable to keep still or silent and becoming increasingly difficult to control, especially because of boredom or dissatisfaction
Example:
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The audience became restive during the long, boring speech.
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The horses grew restive as the storm approached.