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Meaning of unnerved
The primary meaning of the word "unnerved" is to make someone feel nervous or frightened, often to the point of being unable to act or think clearly.
Etymology of unnerved
The word "unnerved" has its roots in the 15th century, derived from the prefix "un-" meaning "not" or "opposite of", and the word "nerved", which is related to the Latin word "nervus", meaning "sinew" or "nerve"
Historically, the term "unnerved" was used to describe a person who had been weakened or damaged, often as a result of physical or emotional trauma
Synonyms
frightened
intimidated
disheartened
demoralized
dismayed
daunted
unsettled
unnerved
perturbed
disturbed
shocked
startled
alarmed
terrified
horrified
petrified
scared
fearful
anxious
apprehensive
nervous
jittery
on edge
high-strung
tense
uptight
flustered
rattled
shaken
thrown
fazed
nonplussed
bewildered
confused
disconcerted
perplexed
Definitions
- The word "unnerved" is defined by Oxford Languages as:
- + (of a person) suddenly feeling nervous or frightened, and often unable to act or think clearly
- + (of a person's nerves) weakened or damaged, especially as a result of shock, disease, or injury
Usage Examples
- The news of the accident left her unnerved and shaken for days
- * The thought of public speaking unnerved him, but he knew he had to try
- * The creepy atmosphere of the old mansion unnerved the tourists, making them want to leave immediately