Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nagging-feeling

Noun

/ˈnæɡ.ɪŋ ˈfiːl.ɪŋ/

Definition

A persistent or bothersome sensation or concern that something is wrong or requires attention.

Examples

She couldn’t shake off the nagging feeling that she had forgotten something important.
Despite the good news, he had a nagging feeling of anxiety about the future.
There was a nagging feeling in the back of his mind telling him he should call her.

Meaning

The term ‘nagging feeling’ refers to an uncomfortable sense of unease or worry that lingers in someone’s mind, often related to an unresolved issue or a sense of doubt.