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Meaning of on edge
The primary meaning of "on edge" is feeling anxious or nervous.
Etymology of on edge
The phrase "on edge" originated in the mid-17th century, likely derived from the idea of being on the edge of something, such as a precipice or a knife's edge, implying a sense of precariousness or instability
Historically, the phrase has been used to describe a state of heightened anxiety or tension, often in response to a perceived threat or uncertainty
Synonyms
anxious
nervous
tense
apprehensive
fearful
uneasy
jittery
high-strung
irritable
testy
snappish
fractious
prickly
touchy
sensitive
volatile
unstable
precarious
delicate
hazardous
perilous
risky
treacherous
uncertain
insecure
apprehensive
worried
distressed
perturbed
disquieted
troubled
upset
agitated
fidgety
restless
on pins and needles
ill at ease
strained
stressed
wrought up
worked up
Definitions
- Feeling anxious or nervous, often because of a particular situation or event
- * In a state of tension or anxiety, often making someone irritable or short-tempered
Usage Examples
- The news of the impending storm put everyone on edge, making it difficult to focus on work
- * The crowd was on edge, waiting for the concert to start, and the opening act's delay only added to the tension