anxious

adjective

anx·ious ˈaŋ(k)-shəs How to pronounce anxious (audio)

: characterized by extreme uneasiness of mind or brooding fear about some contingency : worried

anxious parents

: characterized by, resulting from, or causing anxiety : worrying

They spent an anxious night.

: ardently or earnestly wishing

She was anxious to learn more.

anxiously adverb

anxiousness noun

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Can anxious Be Used as a Synonym for eager?

The fact that individual words can have multiple senses that are closely related in meaning is something which many people find objectionable about the English language. Anxious is an example of such a word, as people will use it to mean "worried," "eager (but with an undertone of worry)," and simply "eager."

The word has been used in the sense of "eager" for a considerable length of time, with evidence going back at least to the 17th century.

Example Sentences

… to the eye anxious for reform in the city and forgetful of conditions in the countryside …

Joseph A. Amato, Dust, 2000 He was exhausted yet exhilarated, anxious … about getting on the ice with a team that had a chance to win.

Michael Farber, Sports Illustrated, 20 Mar. 2000 The individual states—fearful of losing industry and richer residents to lower-tax rivals and anxious to minimize their burden of needy citizens …

Atlantic, May 1997 He was so anxious to get a fly into the water that he had to reproach himself for haste.

John Cheever, The Wapshot Chronicle, 1957 She feels anxious and depressed. People are anxious about the future. He was anxious that the weather would not improve in time for the party. We experienced a few anxious moments as we waited to hear the results of the test. It was an anxious night as she waited for her children to come home. He was waiting at the door with an anxious expression on his face. He was anxious for more news. See More

Recent Examples on the Web Research shows people who spend a lot of time on their computer tend to feel more anxious in general.

CNN, 14 Aug. 2022 Now that the project is wrapping up, a source tells PEOPLE that The Kardashians star, 41, is anxious to see her boyfriend.

Charmaine Patterson, Peoplemag, 4 Aug. 2022 Sometimes the marijuana would make Elysse feel more anxious, or sad.

New York Times, 23 June 2022 Americans are anxious about crime, and that could spell more trouble for Democrats in November.

Andrew Stein, WSJ, 18 Aug. 2022 This is no surprise from director Mark Mylod, an executive producer on HBO’s Succession, whose work is clearly anxious about the absurdity of a world where some have private jets while others have no private jets.

Nico Avalle, Bon Appétit, 15 Aug. 2022 That is according to Northwestern Mutual’s 2022 Planning and Progress Study, which surveyed almost 2,500 Americans on their attitudes about money and found 54% are somewhat or very anxious about money.

Kaitlyn Koterbski, Fortune, 27 July 2022 Nugent has been at Penn State for three weeks and is anxious to get fall ball started.

Scott Springer, The Enquirer, 26 July 2022 For Georgetown mother Courtney Albin Glazener, who was anxious to get her 2-year-old vaccinated, the wait was compounded by the fact that her pediatrician didn’t have the vaccine available right away.

Karen Brooks Harper, San Antonio Express-News, 11 July 2022 See More

单词	anxiousness
释义	anxious adjective anx·ious ˈaŋ(k)-shəs 1 : characterized by extreme uneasiness of mind or brooding fear about some contingency : worried anxious parents 2 : characterized by, resulting from, or causing anxiety : worrying They spent an anxious night. 3 : ardently or earnestly wishing She was anxious to learn more. anxiously adverb anxiousness noun Did you know? Can anxious Be Used as a Synonym for eager? The fact that individual words can have multiple senses that are closely related in meaning is something which many people find objectionable about the English language. Anxious is an example of such a word, as people will use it to mean "worried," "eager (but with an undertone of worry)," and simply "eager." The word has been used in the sense of "eager" for a considerable length of time, with evidence going back at least to the 17th century. Synonyms aflutter antsy atwitter dithery edgy goosey het up hinky [slang] hung up ill at ease insecure jittery jumpy nervous nervy perturbed queasy queazy tense troubled uneasy unquiet upset uptight worried See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences … to the eye anxious for reform in the city and forgetful of conditions in the countryside … Joseph A. Amato, Dust, 2000 He was exhausted yet exhilarated, anxious … about getting on the ice with a team that had a chance to win. Michael Farber, Sports Illustrated, 20 Mar. 2000 The individual states—fearful of losing industry and richer residents to lower-tax rivals and anxious to minimize their burden of needy citizens … Atlantic, May 1997 He was so anxious to get a fly into the water that he had to reproach himself for haste. John Cheever, The Wapshot Chronicle, 1957 She feels anxious and depressed. People are anxious about the future. He was anxious that the weather would not improve in time for the party. We experienced a few anxious moments as we waited to hear the results of the test. It was an anxious night as she waited for her children to come home. He was waiting at the door with an anxious expression on his face. He was anxious for more news. See More Recent Examples on the Web Research shows people who spend a lot of time on their computer tend to feel more anxious in general. CNN, 14 Aug. 2022 Now that the project is wrapping up, a source tells PEOPLE that The Kardashians star, 41, is anxious to see her boyfriend. Charmaine Patterson, Peoplemag, 4 Aug. 2022 Sometimes the marijuana would make Elysse feel more anxious, or sad. New York Times, 23 June 2022 Americans are anxious about crime, and that could spell more trouble for Democrats in November. Andrew Stein, WSJ, 18 Aug. 2022 This is no surprise from director Mark Mylod, an executive producer on HBO’s Succession, whose work is clearly anxious about the absurdity of a world where some have private jets while others have no private jets. Nico Avalle, Bon Appétit, 15 Aug. 2022 That is according to Northwestern Mutual’s 2022 Planning and Progress Study, which surveyed almost 2,500 Americans on their attitudes about money and found 54% are somewhat or very anxious about money. Kaitlyn Koterbski, Fortune, 27 July 2022 Nugent has been at Penn State for three weeks and is anxious to get fall ball started. Scott Springer, The Enquirer, 26 July 2022 For Georgetown mother Courtney Albin Glazener, who was anxious to get her 2-year-old vaccinated, the wait was compounded by the fact that her pediatrician didn’t have the vaccine available right away. Karen Brooks Harper, San Antonio Express-News, 11 July 2022 See More Word History Etymology Latin anxius "worried, disturbed, uneasy, marked by or inducing anxiety or distress" (adjective derivative from the base of angere "to choke, cause pain to, afflict, vex") + -ous — more at anger entry 1 First Known Use 1548, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Kids Definition anxious adjective anx·ious ˈaŋk-shəs 1 : afraid or nervous about what may happen The parents were anxious about the child's health. 2 : causing or showing fear or nervousness an anxious moment 3 : wanting very much : eager She is anxious to get home. Medical Definition anxious adjective anx·ious ˈaŋ(k)-shəs 1 : characterized by extreme uneasiness of mind or brooding fear about some contingency anxious students 2 : characterized by, resulting from, or causing anxiety an anxious time in the hospital waiting room anxiousness noun as in anxiety an uneasy state of mind usually over the possibility of an anticipated misfortune or trouble don't be overcome with anxiousness about things that may never happen Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance anxiety fear worry concern unease concernment nervousness fearfulness uneasiness apprehensiveness apprehension uncertainty disquietude agitation disquiet tension perturbation discomfort solicitude panic stress agita desperation nervosity dread sweat anguish desperateness care doubt jitters distress jumpiness discomposure dismay angst consternation tremor disturbance edginess franticness upset strain suspense torment vexation incertitude alarm distraction misgiving presentiment foreboding hand-wringing qualm compunction alarum scruple cold feet Antonyms & Near Antonyms unconcern contentment ease calmness tranquility calm serenity peace easiness peacefulness relief content placidity tranquillity quietude placidness quiet comfort solace consolation sereneness tranquilness See More
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