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anxious
01
(of a person) feeling worried because of thinking something unpleasant might happen
Examples
She felt anxious before her job interview, worrying about whether she would perform well.
He felt anxious about his upcoming presentation, fearing he might forget his lines.
Examples
She was anxious to start her new job and meet her colleagues.
He felt anxious to hear the results of his application.
03
causing anxiety or worry
Examples
The anxious moments before the announcement were filled with tension.
The anxious news about the storm warning made everyone on edge.
Lexical Tree
anxiously
anxiousness
overanxious
anxious
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