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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    apprehensions fears worries concerns anxieties unease misgivings doubts trepidations nervousness jitters qualms apprehensiveness fearfulness timidity bashfulness self-doubt insecurity uncertainty uneasiness discomfort distress angst phobias paranoia hysteria panic dread terror alarm consternation dismay disquiet uneasiness apprehension.

    Meaning of Anxieties

    The primary meaning of "Anxieties" refers to feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

    Definitions

    • A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome, according to Oxford Languages.
    • A state of intense apprehension or fear resulting from the anticipation of a threatening event or situation.
    • A mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, nervousness, or fear that are persistent and overwhelming.

    Etymology of Anxieties

    The word "anxiety" originates from the Latin word "anxietas," meaning distress or trouble, which is derived from "anxius," meaning troubled or distressed.
    The term has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe feelings of worry, fear, or unease.

    Example Uses

    • The upcoming exam was causing her a lot of anxieties about her ability to perform well.
    • He struggled with anxieties about his financial future after losing his job.
    • The crowd's anxieties were palpable as they waited for the announcement of the winner.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    confidence calmness serenity tranquility peace composure assurance certainty security stability comfort ease relaxation contentment happiness cheerfulness optimism hopefulness fearlessness courage bravery confidence self-assurance poise equanimity sobriety.

    Related Nouns

    fear worry concern apprehension doubt trepidation nervousness jitters qualm phobia paranoia hysteria panic dread terror alarm consternation dismay disquiet uneasiness distress angst anxiety disorder mental health psychology psychiatry therapy counseling.

    Related Verbs

    worry fear concern apprehend doubt tremble jitter quail panic dread terrify alarm dismay disquiet unsettle disturb trouble bother plague haunt torment afflict beset harass.

    Related Adjectives

    anxious fearful worried concerned apprehensive nervous jittery quailing panicked terrified alarming disquieting unsettling disturbing troublesome bothersome plaguing haunting tormenting afflicting besetting harassing uneasy uncomfortable insecure uncertain.