uneasy

Word parts

un- + easy

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ʌnˈiːzi/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˌənˈēzē/

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• Hyphenation: un‧easy

Adjective

Positive uneasy

Comparative uneasier

Superlative uneasiest

1. When something is uneasy, it causes discomfort and makes you feel anxious about it.
   • Synonym: nervous

   As a girl, I feel very uneasy when I walk back home late at night.

2. (rare) Something that is rather difficult to do.

   Daniel is so stubborn, working with him will be uneasy.