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anxious

[/ˈæŋkʃəs/]
adjective
ansioso
1. experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness about something uncertain
She felt anxious before her job interview.
Ela se sentiu ansiosa antes da entrevista de emprego.
2. causing or characterized by anxiety; worrying
It was an anxious wait for the test results.
Foi uma espera ansiosa pelos resultados do teste.
3. eager or keen to do something
He was anxious to meet his new colleagues.
Ele estava ansioso para conhecer seus novos colegas.
NYC Slang
tight/stressed (informal equivalent for expressing nervousness)
Synonyms
worriednervousuneasyapprehensiveconcerned
Antonyms
calmrelaxedconfidentat easeuntroubled

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ansioso
Most common usage
São Paulo
ansioso/nervoso
Both forms used interchangeably
Rio de Janeiro
ansioso
Standard usage
Portugal
ansioso/preocupado
May also use 'inquieto' for restless anxiety

Related Idioms & Phrases

anxious to please - eager to satisfy others
anxious about - concerned or worried regarding something specific
anxiety attack - sudden episode of intense worry or panic
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