Nervous

26 words & definitions

frenzy noun
Wild, extreme, and uncontrolled behavior or mental agitation
fuss noun
A display of unnecessary or excessive excitement, activity, or interest
amok adjective
to be out of control and act in a wild or dangerous manner
flustered adjective
Agitated or confused
frazzled adjective
To feel completely exhausted and worn out, and unable to think straight, after a great deal of mental or physical effort
jittery adjective
Nervous or unable to relax
frenetic adjective
Fast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way
frantic adjective
Wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion
agitated adjective
Emotionally upset or excited, especially due to worry or anger.
deadline noun
A specific time or date by which something must be completed.
feverishly adjective
In a highly excited or frantic manner, often due to intense emotion or urgency.
gnaw verb
To cause continual distress or discomfort, often in a mental or emotional sense.
perturbed adjective
Feeling unsettled, anxious, or troubled due to confusion, concern, or disruption.
qualms noun
A feeling of discomfort or uneasiness, often related to a decision.
shock nounverb
noun
A jarring event that causes surprise, disbelief, or emotional disturbance.
stickler adjective
Someone who is very particular or fussy about a specific thing.
stutter verb
To speak with involuntary disruptions or repetitions of sounds, often at the beginning of words, due to a speech difficulty.
temperamental adjective
Liable to sudden changes in mood or behavior; unpredictable in temperament.
touchy adjective
Easily offended or sensitive to criticism or comments.
unnerving adjective
Disturbing or upsetting in a way that makes someone feel anxious or afraid, sometimes leading to a loss of courage, confidence, or composure.
vacillate verb
To waver between different opinions or actions; to be indecisive.
falter verb
To lose strength or momentum; to weaken or stumble; to hesitate in action, purpose, or speech.
insecure adjective
Lacking confidence or self-assurance; feeling unsure about oneself.
tenterhooks noun
Waiting nervously for something to happen.
defensive adjective
To put oneself in a position that is intended to protect oneself.
fidgety adjective
Being restless, impatient, and uneasy, and making small bodily movement that reveals that condition.