Restive (adjective)

1. Difficult to control or manage, especially because of impatience or unwillingness to obey.
2. Resistant to control or direction, especially when bored or frustrated.
3. Refusing to be controlled or to remain still.

Origin:

The word is derived from the old french word "restif" meaning "restless".

Examples:

1. The horse was restive and difficult to control.
2. The students were restive and eager to leave the classroom.
3. The crowd became restive and difficult to control.
4. The dog was restive and wanted to play.
5. The prisoner was restive and refused to remain in his cell.