nervosism

/nɜrvˈoʊsɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A state of being nervous or anxious, often accompanied by irritability or restlessness.

“She struggled with nervosism during the job interview, fidgeting with her hands.”

2. noun

A tendency to be excessively nervous or irritable.

“His nervosism was affecting his relationships with his family and friends.”

Synonyms

  • anxiety
  • irritability
  • nervousness

Antonyms

  • calmness
  • composure