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Restlessly - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

restlessly

/ˈrɛstləsli/ /ˈrɛstləsli/

Definition:

In a manner showing inability to stay still or relax due to anxiety or boredom.

Synonyms:

anxiously, uneasily, agitatedly, fidgetily

Part of Speech:

adverb

Antonyms:

calmly, peacefully

Common Collocations:

sleep restlessly, move restlessly, pace restlessly, toss restlessly

Derivatives:

restless, restlessness

Usage Tips:

Use "restlessly" to describe actions done with nervous energy or lack of calmness.

Common Phrases:

toss and turn restlessly, pace restlessly back and forth

Etymology:

Derived from "restless," combining "rest" (quiet) + "-less" (without) + "-ly" (adverb suffix).

Examples:

  • 1. She sighed and shifted restlessly in her chair during the meeting.
  • 2. The dog paced restlessly by the door, waiting for its owner.
  • 3. He tapped his fingers restlessly on the table while thinking.
  • 4. The child tossed restlessly in bed, unable to fall asleep.

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