unrest unrest /ənˈrɛst/

noun

1. () A state of agitation or turbulent change or development  ( agitation , tempestuousness , ferment , fermentation , unrest )
   a state of agitation or turbulent change or development
    The political ferment produced new leadership
   the political ferment produced new leadership
    Social unrest
   social unrest
   
2. A feeling of restless agitation  ( unrest )
   a feeling of restless agitation