Nervousness

/ˈnɜrvəsnəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The state of being anxious or apprehensive; a feeling of nervous anxiety.

Her nervousness was evident as she awaited the results of the interview.

A condition of feeling worried or uneasy, often experienced in stressful situations.

Despite his calm demeanor, he felt a pang of nervousness before speaking in front of the crowd.

Physiological symptoms of anxiety, such as trembling or sweating.

The actor struggled to control his nervousness as he stepped onto the stage.

A feeling of discomfort or agitation, often caused by uncertainty.

Her nervousness increased as the exam date approached.

Derived from 'nervous' with the suffix '-ness' to denote the state of being nervous.

butterflies in the stomach

A feeling of nervousness typically associated with excitement or anxiety.

on edge

Being anxious or nervous, often waiting for something to happen.

feeling jittery

Experiencing nervousness often accompanied by physical manifestations like shaking.

anxiety

A feeling of worry or unease, often about an imminent event.

apprehension

Anxiety or fear about the future.

tension

The mental or emotional strain that can lead to nervousness.

The jitters

Before the exam, I had the jitters and couldn't sit still.

Freaking out

She was freaking out about having to give a speech.