PoliticsAugust 29, 2026
restiveness
RES-tiv-nis
Definition
A state of impatient, uneasy, or agitated behavior, often resulting from a lack of opportunity or dissatisfaction.
Etymology
Derived from the Middle English 'restif,' which originally described a horse that would not move forward (refractory). Over time, it evolved to describe people who are uneasy, impatient, or difficult to control.
In the news
The article uses the word to describe youth unemployment and dissatisfaction as a national concern that the administration's economic programs aim to address. It highlights the risk that bored or frustrated young people can pose to social stability.
Oborevwori’s Delta: From peace-building to youth empowerment
Read the full article ↗The Guardian Nigeria News