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Wordabulary

anxiety

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, often about something that might happen.

"She felt a wave of anxiety before walking into the interview."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

worry nervousness

Antonyms

calm ease

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "She felt a wave of _____ before walking into the interview."

Answer: anxiety

In your own words, what does "anxiety" mean?

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, often about something that might happen.

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