Jitters

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɪtərz/

Definitions of jitters

noun feelings of extreme nervousness or unease

Example Sentences

A1 I always get the jitters before a big test.

A2 She felt the jitters as she waited for her job interview.

B1 The jitters of excitement filled the room as the band prepared to go on stage.

B2 Despite his experience, he still gets the jitters before giving a presentation.

C1 The seasoned performer no longer experiences jitters before going on stage.

C2 Her jitters were quickly replaced with confidence as she began her speech.

Examples of jitters in a Sentence

formal The speaker had a case of the jitters before going on stage to address the audience.

informal I always get the jitters before a big test.

slang She was full of jitters before her first date with him.

figurative The stock market is experiencing jitters due to the uncertainty in the economy.

Grammatical Forms of jitters

• past tense: jittered
• plural: jitters
• comparative: more jittery
• superlative: most jittery
• present tense: jitters
• future tense: will jitter
• perfect tense: have jittered
• continuous tense: is jittering
• singular: jitter
• positive degree: jittery
• infinitive: jitter
• gerund: jittering
• participle: jittered

Origin and Evolution of jitters

First Known Use: 1930 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'jitters' is believed to have originated in the United States.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe feelings of nervousness or anxiety, the word 'jitters' has evolved to also encompass feelings of restlessness or unease.