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Definition of Restive
1. Adjective. Being in a tense state.
Exact synonyms: Edgy, High-strung, Highly Strung, Jittery, Jumpy, Nervy, Overstrung, Uptight
Similar to: Tense
Derivative terms: Edge, Edginess, Jitteriness, Jumpiness, Restiveness, Restiveness
Similar to: Tense
Derivative terms: Edge, Edginess, Jitteriness, Jumpiness, Restiveness, Restiveness
2. Adjective. Impatient especially under restriction or delay. "The government has done nothing to ease restrictions and manufacturers are growing restive"
Similar to: Impatient
Definition of Restive
1. a. Unwilling to go on; obstinate in refusing to move forward; stubborn; drawing back.
Definition of Restive
1. difficult to control [adj]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Restive
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