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anxiousness

Meanings
  • noun

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

    - "She felt a sense of anxiousness before the interview."
    - "His anxiousness about the exams affected his sleep."
    - "The anxiousness of the crowd during the final match was palpable."
  • noun

    A state of continuous concern or fear.

    - "The anxiousness of the mother waiting for her child to come home was unbearable."
    - "His anxiousness about the future kept him awake at night."
    - "The anxiousness of the refugees in the camp was evident."
Rhymes
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apprehension , obsession , impression , repression , expression
Variants
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anxious , anxiously , anxiousness , anxiousnesses
Etymology
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From the Old French word angoisse, meaning 'distress, anxiety'.

Trivia
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  1. Anxiousness is a normal emotion that everyone experiences at some point in their lives.

  2. Anxiousness is the most common mental health condition in the United States.

  3. Anxiousness can be a productive emotion, as it can help us prepare for challenges and avoid danger.

  4. Anxiousness can also be a debilitating condition, causing significant distress and interfering with daily life.

Related Concepts
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  1. anxiety disorders: A group of mental disorders characterized by feelings of anxiety and fear. Anxiety disorders include conditions such as generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder.

  2. stress: A state of mental or emotional strain or tension. Anxiousness is a common response to stress, but not all stress leads to anxiousness.

Quotes
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  1. The individual states—fearful of losing industry and richer residents to lower-tax rivals and "anxious" to minimize their burden of needy citizens …

    - {it}Atlantic{/it},May 1997

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

    - Joseph A. Amato,{it}Dust{/it},2000

  3. He was so "anxious" to get a fly into the water that he had to reproach himself for haste.

    - John Cheever,{it}The Wapshot Chronicle{/it},1957

  4. He was exhausted yet exhilarated, "anxious" … about getting on the ice with a team that had a chance to win.

    - Michael Farber,{it}Sports Illustrated{/it},20 Mar. 2000
Culture
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Anxiousness is a common human emotion that has been the subject of much literature, art, and music. In literature, anxiousness is often depicted as a source of drama and tension, such as in Edgar Allan Poe's short story 'The Tell-Tale Heart'. In art, anxiousness is often portrayed through images of clenched fists, furrowed brows, and other signs of tension. In music, anxiousness is often expressed through fast tempos, dissonant harmonies, and other elements that create a sense of unease.

How to Memorize "anxiousness"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a tight knot in your stomach or chest.
    - Visualize your heart racing and your breath becoming shallow.
    - Think about the physical sensations of anxiousness, such as trembling or sweating.

  2. associate

    - Associate anxiousness with the feeling of being in a crowded place and unable to escape.
    - Think about the feeling of being in a high-pressure situation, such as before a presentation or exam.
    - Remember how it feels to worry about something that is out of your control.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym A.C.T. to remember the steps for managing anxiousness: Acknowledge, Calm, and Take action.
    - Remember the phrase 'An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but anxiety can make you feel like you need a whole orchard!'.
    - Use the image of a balloon to remember the feeling of anxiousness expanding and then deflating as you learn to manage it.

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