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Another word for nervousness

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Noun

  1. A troubled or anxious state of mind

    See also:

    feelings

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Another word for nervousness

Noun

  1. The state of being temporarily nervous

    See also:

    excitement

    embarrassment

    Antonyms:

  2. The quality of being nervous in temperament

    See also:

    sensitivity

    Antonyms:
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Sentence Examples

  • There was nervousness in Lydia's voice.

  • Her nervousness grew as she looked down the beach.

  • I sensed her nervousness; or panic.

  • The government was inclined to believe the nervousness was due to Arthur's need for a lot of money in a hurry.

  • In some people, however, nervousness is induced; and the winds, in particular, often have this effect.

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