Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the-whim-whams

noun
/ðə ˈwɪm ˌwæmz/
Definition
A state of nervousness or unease, often associated with anxiety or jitters.
Examples
  • She felt the whim-whams before giving her speech, pacing back and forth.
  • When he heard the news, he was struck by the whim-whams and couldn’t focus.
  • The atmosphere was tense, causing the whim-whams to spread among the guests.
Meaning
The whim-whams refer to a feeling of anxiety or nervousness, often without a clear cause, leading to restlessness or distress.
Synonyms
  • anxiety
  • jitters
  • nervousness
  • apprehension