Meaning of the word unrest in English

What does unrest mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

unrest

US /ʌnˈrest/
UK /ʌnˈrest/
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Noun

a state of dissatisfaction, disturbance, and agitation among a group of people, typically involving public protests or riots

Example:
The government is trying to quell the growing social unrest.
There was widespread student unrest following the tuition fee hike.