Nervous

26 words & definitions

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