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Meaning of nervously
The primary meaning of "nervously" is to do something in a manner that shows a feeling of anxiety or apprehension.
Etymology of nervously
The word "nervously" has its roots in the Latin word "nervosus," meaning sinewy or strong,
It is derived from the Latin word "nervus," meaning sinew or tendon,
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe something related to the nerves or nervous system,
Over time, its meaning expanded to include feelings of anxiety or apprehension
Synonyms
anxiously
apprehensively
fearfully
timidly
uncertainly
hesitantly
uneasily
jitterily
skittishly
edgily
tensely
jarringly
shakily
quiveringly
tremulously
falteringly
unsteadily
unstably
shakably
trembly
quakingly
quaveringly
waveringly
vacillatingly
irresolutely
indecisively
uncertainly
doubtingly
skeptically
mistrustfully
suspiciously
warily
cautiously
guardedly
watchfully
vigilantly
uneasily
restlessly
fidgetily
on edge
high-strung
uptightly
tightly
rigidly
stiffly
nervously
anxiously
apprehensively
Definitions
- Feeling or showing anxiety or apprehension,
- * Showing a feeling of anxiety or apprehension in one's manner or behavior
Usage Examples
- She spoke nervously in front of the large audience,
- * He waited nervously for the results of the exam,
- * They drove nervously through the heavy rain
Antonyms
calmly
peacefully
serenely
tranquilly
quietly
stillly
silently
motionlessly
steadily
stably
firmly
steadily
unwaveringly
unshakably
confidently
assertively
boldly
fearlessly
courageously
valiantly
heroically
dauntlessly
intrepidly
unflinchingly
undauntedly
unafraid
carefree
lightheartedly
cheerfully
jovially
happily