Meaning of the word anxious in English

What does anxious mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

anxious

US /ˈæŋk.ʃəs/

UK /ˈæŋk.ʃəs/

feeling or showing worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome

Example:

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She was anxious about her exam results.

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He felt anxious waiting for the doctor's call.

Synonym:

worried concerned apprehensive uneasy nervous

eager or desirous to do something or for something to happen

Example:

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They were anxious to start their new project.

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He was anxious for the meeting to end.

Synonym:

eager keen impatient desirous longing

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