Anxiety (Noun)
Meaning 1
A vague unpleasant emotion that is experienced in anticipation of some (usually ill-defined) misfortune.
Classification
Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.
Hyponyms
Meaning 2
(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's anxiety was so severe that she was unable to leave her house without experiencing a panic attack.
- Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions, affecting millions of people worldwide.
- The therapist worked with the client to develop coping strategies to manage her anxiety and reduce its impact on her daily life.
- The patient's anxiety was exacerbated by the stress of his job, leading to compulsive behaviors such as excessive handwashing.
- After a traumatic event, the survivor experienced debilitating anxiety that made it difficult for her to sleep or concentrate.