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nervy ( Adjective)
UK /ˈnɜː.vi/ US /ˈnɝː.vi/
Comparative
more nervy
Superlative
most nervy
1-
C2
the state of looking worried and jittery
-> My previous cat was a sweet yet nervy creature.
-> Her nervy nature towards people was due to her insecurity in human relations.
Synonym
on edge, nervous, uptight, highly strung
Opposite
relax
2-
C2
courageous and self-reliant in some kind of a manner that may insult others or demonstrate a deficiency of regard for others
-> He was disliked by his colleagues because of his nervy demeanor.
-> That nervy girl will get someone real mad with her words.
Synonym
arrogant
Opposite
modest, obsolete