Nervousness

/nˈɜːvəsnəs/

/ˈnɝvəsnəs/

Nervousness

a state of being anxious, uneasy, or apprehensive, often characterized by physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, or rapid heartbeat

a sensitive or highly strung temperament

an uneasy psychological state

synonyms : nerves

Examples

1. Emily felt a mix of excitement and nervousness on her first day as a freshman.

2. Despite his nervousness, John used his sense of humor to charm the pants off his date, leaving her with a lasting impression.

3. We all have nervousness.

4. My nervousness was right.