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anxiety

/ˈæn.ɪk.sɪ.ti/ noun · British & US
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What does anxiety mean?

noun

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

Example

"Her anxiety about the exam was evident in her nervous behavior."

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