Word NERVOUS: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

nervous

🇺🇸 [ˈnɜːrvəs]

Meanings

Feeling anxious or uneasy, often accompanied by physical symptoms such as trembling or sweating. It can refer to a general state of unease or a specific reaction to stress or fear.

Examples

• She was nervous before her presentation.
• His nervousness was obvious as he waited for the interview.
• The loud noises made him feel nervous.

Synonyms

anxious • uneasy • worried

Antonyms

calm • confident • relaxed