Meaning of the word disquiet in English

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disquiet

US /dɪˈskwaɪət/
UK /dɪˈskwaɪət/

Noun

a feeling of anxiety or worry

Example:
There was considerable public disquiet about the plans.
The news caused widespread disquiet among the residents.

Verb

to make someone feel anxious or worried

Example:
The sudden change in policy began to disquiet the investors.
His strange behavior disquieted everyone present.
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