Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for nervous system. Search instead for abschusssystem.
Definitions

nervous system

[nur-vuhs sis-tuhm] / ˈnɜr vəs ˌsɪs təm /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

“When I think about that, my nervous system relaxes,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 29, 2026

Parkinson's is a progressive disorder that affects the brain, nervous system, and muscle control.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

But framing it as a problem of the nervous system “is all a massive simplification,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 19, 2026

The new findings identify the sensory pathway connecting these specialized hairs to the nervous system.

From Science Daily Jul. 14, 2026

From January on, she was wrapped in a wet sheet and rubbed vigorously for five minutes every morning, which was supposed to stimulate her nervous system and circulation.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman



Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Join 12,000,000 vocabulary learners

Start learning new words today on VocabTrainer.
You'll remember them forever.

Start training