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anxious

UK
/ˈæŋkʃəs/
US
/ˈæŋkʃəs/

Translations

anxiousadjective
more anxious
Comp.
most anxious
Super.
UK
/ˈæŋkʃəs/
US
/ˈæŋkʃəs/
She felt anxious about the upcoming exam, unable to focus on anything else.
Elle se sentait anxieuse à propos de l'examen à venir, incapable de se concentrer sur autre chose.
He was anxious to hear the results of the competition.
Il était impatient d'entendre les résultats de la compétition.
It was an anxious night as the storm raged outside.
C'était une nuit inquiétante tandis que la tempête faisait rage dehors.
Additional translations
inquiet
anxiogèneSoutenu; employé surtout pour décrire une situation ou une ambiance.
Synonyms
worried
uneasy
nervous
apprehensive
restless
agitated
tense
fretful
distressed
concerned
Antonyms
calm
relaxed

Definitions

anxiousadjective
Experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.
She felt anxious about the upcoming exam, unable to focus on anything else.
Eager or wanting very much to do or have something.
He was anxious to hear the results of the competition.
Causing or characterized by worry or unease; unsettling.
It was an anxious night as the storm raged outside.
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