restive

/ɹˈɛstɪv/

/ˈɹɛstɪv/

restive

feeling a sense of unease or agitation that prevents one from finding peace or relaxation

synonyms : edgy

impatient to move or progress, especially due to confinement or obstruction from desired movement

Examples

1. Korea, on the other hand, was much more restive.

2. Meanwhile, south of this snaking line of stone, Roman Britain settled into a restive peace.

3. JANE FERGUSON: Taliban fighters roam freely in the Tangi Valley, on the border between restive Logar and Wardak provinces.

4. On Monday, Air France-KLM's restive French unions are meeting to discuss whether to continue their strike campaign.