Edginess

usgb/ˈedʒinəs/
noun

Feeling uncomfortable or nervous.

After the accident, he couldn't shake off an edginess that made it hard to relax.
Visual representation of "edginess" - Feeling uncomfortable or nervous

Often appears as...

  • feel an edginess
  • shake off edginess
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Emotional State

Edginess can indicate a temporary, unsettled emotional condition due to a specific event or situation.

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She felt a lingering edginess after the heated argument.
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Tense Atmosphere

Describe a situation's tension with 'edginess' to imply discomfort among people present.

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There was an edginess in the room as the jury returned with the verdict.
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Psychological Nuance

Use 'edginess' to convey a complex state of mind that encompasses anxiety and restlessness.

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His edginess grew as the deadline approached.
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