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    L'anxiété (en. Anxiety)

    [lɑ̃ksje.te]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An emotional state characterized by excessive apprehension or worry.
    He has been suffering from anxiety for several months.
    Il souffre d'anxiété depuis plusieurs mois.
    A psychological disorder that can manifest as panic attacks.
    Anxiety can sometimes lead to physical disorders.
    L'anxiété peut parfois entraîner des troubles physiques.
    A feeling of unease in the face of an uncertain future.
    Anxiety prevents him from sleeping at night.
    L'anxiété l'empêche de dormir la nuit.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'anxietas', derived from 'anxius' meaning 'worried'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in a state of anxiety
    To be very concerned or distressed.
    être dans l'anxiété
    to have anxiety
    To feel symptoms of worry or stress.
    avoir de l'anxiété
    performance anxiety
    Stress felt before an exam or performance.
    l'anxiété de performance
    to manage one's anxiety
    To find ways to lower one's anxiety level.
    gérer son anxiété

    Related Words

    anguish
    A feeling of intense worry.
    angoisse
    stress
    Physical or emotional reaction to pressures.
    stress
    anxiety disorder
    A psychiatric condition characterized by high levels of anxiety.
    trouble de l'anxiété

    Slang Meanings

    Fear of everything
    She has a fear of everything; that's her anxiety.
    Elle a une peur de tout, c'est son anxiété.
    Nervous
    He is really nervous about the exam; it causes him anxiety.
    Il est super nerveux pour l'examen, ça lui cause de l'anxiété.