1. The state of feeling worried, nervous, or uneasy about something with an uncertain outcome
Her anxiousness about the job interview kept her awake all night.
Sua ansiedade sobre a entrevista de emprego a manteve acordada a noite toda.
2. A psychological condition characterized by persistent worry and tension
The doctor prescribed medication to help manage his anxiousness.
O médico prescreveu medicação para ajudar a controlar sua ansiedade.
3. Eagerness mixed with worry or apprehension
There was an undercurrent of anxiousness in her eagerness to please.
Havia uma corrente subjacente de ansiedade em seu desejo de agradar.