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    Nerveux (en. Nervous)

    /nɛʁvø/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to a person who is anxious or easily irritated.
    She is always nervous before an exam.
    Elle est toujours nerveuse avant un examen.
    Refers to a state of tension or excitement.
    The atmosphere in the room was nervous during the debate.
    L'ambiance dans la salle était nerveuse pendant le débat.
    Refers to excessive reactivity.
    He is nervous because of pressure at work.
    Il est nerveux à cause de la pression au travail.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'nervosus', which means 'nervous' or 'full of energy'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have nerves on edge
    To be very sensitive, to react easily under pressure.
    avoir les nerfs à fleur de peau
    to be as nervous as a goldfish
    To be very nervous, agitated.
    être nerveux comme un poisson rouge
    nervous as a flea
    To be extremely nervous.
    nerveux comme un pou

    Related Words

    nerve
    Nerve filament or organ of the nervous system.
    nerf
    nervousness
    A state of being nervous, mental or physical tension.
    nervosité
    nervously
    In a nervous manner.
    nerveusement

    Slang Meanings

    To be on edge
    He is really on edge today.
    Il est vraiment sur les nerfs aujourd'hui.
    To be on fire with anxiety
    She is on fire with anxiety before her interview.
    Elle a le feu au annonce avant son entretien.