uptight

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌʌpˈtaɪt/

Definition

Anxious, tense, or overly concerned with rules and propriety.

Examples

• She was so uptight about the presentation that she couldn't sleep for two days.

• Don't be so uptight; it's just a small mistake and nobody really cares.

• He became incredibly uptight whenever someone touched his desk or moved his papers.

Synonyms of uptight

Words with a similar meaning to uptight:

• tense
• nervous
• stiff
• uptight
• neurotic

Antonyms of uptight

Words with the opposite meaning to uptight:

• relaxed
• laid-back

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