CEFR B1

anxious

adjective

Meaning

Feeling or showing worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

Examples

He was anxious about the upcoming exam results.
The parents were anxious for their child's safety.

Synonyms: worried, nervous, apprehensive, concerned

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anxious (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈæŋk.ʃəs/

Definition

Feeling or showing worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

Examples

He was anxious about the upcoming exam results.
The parents were anxious for their child's safety.
I'm anxious to hear how the meeting went.

How to Use anxious

anxious about (prepositional phrase): Feeling worried regarding a specific event or situation. — "I'm anxious about the flight delay."
anxious to (prepositional phrase): Eager or keen to do something. — "He was anxious to prove his skills."

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