edginess

noun

Meaning

A state of feeling nervous, irritable, or tense.

Examples

The constant noise from the construction site contributed to the general edginess of the neighborhood.
She tried to hide her edginess during the interview by taking slow, deep breaths.

Synonyms: tension, nervousness, anxiety, jitteriness, apprehension

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edginess

noun

Pronunciation: ˈɛdʒinəs

Definition

A state of feeling nervous, irritable, or tense.

Examples

The constant noise from the construction site contributed to the general edginess of the neighborhood.
She tried to hide her edginess during the interview by taking slow, deep breaths.
There was a noticeable edginess in his voice as he waited for the test results.

Synonyms of edginess

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