1. the state of being unable to rest or relax; feeling agitated or impatient
2. the inability to stay still or remain in one place

Examples

• Her restlessness kept her awake all night.
• The child’s restlessness made it difficult for him to sit through the movie.
• After being indoors for days, I felt a growing restlessness.
• The patient’s restlessness was a side effect of the medication.
• His restlessness during meetings was becoming noticeable to his colleagues.
• The dog showed signs of restlessness before the thunderstorm.
• She paced the room, unable to shake her restlessness.