Pronunciation

/ˈæŋkʃəs/

Definitions

Noun

Anxious (noun) refers to a state of feeling worried, nervous, or uneasy about something. It can also be used to describe a person who is easily troubled by such feelings.

Verb

To be anxious (verb) means to experience worry, concern, or uneasiness about a particular situation or event.

Adjective

Anxious (adjective) describes someone or something that is marked by a strong sense of unease, apprehension, or fear.

Adverb

Anxiously (adverb) is used to modify verbs, expressing worry, haste, or eagerness.

Phrases

• “Be anxious about” expresses concern or worry over something.
• “Feel anxious” denotes a subjective emotional response.
• “Anxious wait” signifies an uncomfortable anticipation.
• “Anxious look” describes a worried or fearful facial expression.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She was anxious about the upcoming exam results.”
• Verb: “The mother was anxiously waiting for her child’s return from the doctor’s appointment.”
• Adjective: “He appeared anxious after hearing the news.”
• Adverb: “She spoke anxiously, trying to convince him of her point.”

Synonyms

• Worried
• Nervous
• Tense
• Concerned
• Apprehensive
• Restless
• Fretful
• Uneasy
• Anxiate
• Worrysome