anxiety

[ang-zahy-i-tee] / æŋˈzaɪ ɪ ti /

NOUN

worry, tension

Synonyms

STRONGEST

angst apprehension concern disquiet doubt dread jitters misery misgiving mistrust nervousness panic restlessness suffering suspense trouble uncertainty unease uneasiness

STRONG

botheration butterflies care creeps disquietude distress downer drag fidgets flap foreboding fretfulness fuss heebie-jeebies jumps needles shakes shivers solicitude sweat watchfulness willies worriment

WEAK

all-overs ants in pants cold sweat goose bumps nail-biting pins and needles

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advantage belief blessing calm calmness certainty collectedness confidence contentment ease faith happiness joy peace security sureness trust

STRONG

peacefulness

WEAK

assurance composure nonchalance tranquility

Example Sentences

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"It's a constant source of frustration, anxiety and distress," says Rebecca Curtayne, its acting head of policy.

From BBC

That, along with the anxiety of a surge, can lead consumers to cuts spending elsewhere.

From The Wall Street Journal

The rise of AI has initiated the latest round of anxiety that workers might be supplanted by machines.

From The Wall Street Journal

Recent reports of imminent layoffs have filled Meta’s staff with tremendous anxiety.

From The Wall Street Journal

Economic anxiety and inflation are leading shoppers to spend less and search for savings.

From Los Angeles Times