anxious

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈaŋ(k)ʃəs/
/ˈæŋ(k).ʃəs/
Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Nervous and worried.

2 Definition

Having a feeling of anxiety or disquietude; extremely concerned, especially about something that will happen in the future or that is unknown.

Example Sentences
  • I could tell she was anxious as she was biting her nails.
3 Definition

(of things) Accompanied with, or causing, anxiety; worrying.

Example Sentences
  • There was an anxious wait before the results were revealed.
4 Definition

Earnestly desirous.

Example Sentences
  • All the voters were anxious to hear the election result.