Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anxious-waiting
noun
/’æŋkʃəs ˈweɪtɪŋ/
Definition
The state of being worried or uneasy while awaiting an outcome or event.
Examples
- She felt anxious-waiting for her exam results.
- The anxious-waiting for the doctor’s call was nerve-wracking.
Meaning
An uneasy anticipation of something that might happen, often related to an important decision or situation.
Synonyms
- uneasy anticipation
- nervous waiting
- apprehensive waiting
