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unstet

unsettled, restless, inconstant in character

adjective UN-shtet Rare
Mind & Emotions Attitudes

Usage Note

unstet describes a character that cannot remain in one place or commitment — physically and emotionally restless, prone to change. It is somewhat literary; ein unstetes Leben führen (to lead a restless life) is a fixed phrase.

Examples

"Sein unstetes Wesen trieb ihn von Stadt zu Stadt, ohne je heimisch zu werden."

Natural Translation

His restless nature drove him from city to city without ever feeling at home.

Literal Translation

His inconstant nature drove him from city to city, without ever homely to become.

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