Synonyms for nervousness

noun

1. The state of being temporarily nervous

   stimulation, agitation, perturbation, inspiration, animation, intoxication, disquietude, delirium, discomfiture, elation, feverishness, anger, the jerks*, stage fright*, butterflies in the stomach*, the jitters*, the shakes*; see also embarrassment 1, excitement.

   Antonyms rest*, calm, relaxation.

2. The quality of being nervous in temperament

   sensitivity, sensitiveness, mettlesomeness, demonstrativeness, excitability, irascibility, impulsiveness, impetuosity, uncontrollability, turbulence, moodiness, hastiness, vehemence, hypersensitivity, neuroticism, impatience, neurasthenia; see also sensitivity.

   Antonyms composure*, poise, steadiness.