😰anxiety

noun
/æŋˈzaɪəti/

Meaning

a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something
a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

Example Sentences

She felt anxiety before her final exam.

She felt anxiety before her job interview.

Meditation helps reduce anxiety and stress.

Example Expressions

separation anxiety

Synonyms

worry, nervousness, unease, tension, apprehension, concern, stress
Entry 1
worry, nervousness, unease, tension, apprehension
Entry 2
worry, nervousness, unease, concern
Entry 3
stress, nervousness, worry

Antonyms

calmness, confidence, peace, relaxation
Entry 1
calmness, confidence, peace
Entry 2
calmness, confidence, peace
Entry 3
calmness, relaxation, confidence

Collocations

general anxiety, anxiety disorder, cause anxiety, reduce anxiety, anxiety attack
Entry 1
general anxiety, anxiety disorder, cause anxiety, reduce anxiety
Entry 2
anxiety disorder, anxiety attack, reduce anxiety

More Example Sentences

She suffers from anxiety sometimes.

Mother having arrived, our anxiety was over.

I gradually learned how to control my anxiety.

I have been suffering from anxiety and sleep problems for the past few months.

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