English word restless comes from Old English rest (Rest. Resting place; bed.), Old English -lēas
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| rest | Old English (ang) | Rest. Resting place; bed. |
| -lēas | Old English (ang) | |
| restlēas | Old English (ang) | |
| restleas | Old English (ang) | Restless, disturbed; without rest. |
| restelees | Middle English (enm) | |
| restless | English (eng) | Deprived of rest or sleep.. Not allowing or affording rest.. Not satisfied to be at rest or in peace; averse to repose; eager for change; discontented.. Without rest; unable to be still or quiet; uneasy; continually moving. |