Pronunciation: /nɜrv/
noun a bundle of fibers that transmits impulses of sensation to the brain or spinal cord, and impulses from these to the muscles and organs
A1 She had the nerve to ask for a refund after using the product.
A2 I don't have the nerve to speak in front of a large audience.
B1 His nerves were on edge as he waited for the results of the exam.
B2 Despite her nerves, she managed to give a flawless performance.
C1 The surgeon's steady hands and nerves of steel saved the patient's life.
C2 She showed incredible nerve by standing up to the powerful corporation.
verb to give the courage or confidence to do something
A1 I nerve to ask for help when I don't understand.
A2 She nerves herself to speak in front of a large audience.
B1 He nervously nervyed up the courage to confront his boss about the issue.
B2 The team nervyed their way through the difficult negotiation.
C1 Despite her nerves, she nerveed through the challenging presentation with confidence.
C2 The politician nervyed his way through the tough questions during the debate.
formal The nerve carries signals between the brain and other parts of the body.
informal I can't believe she had the nerve to ask for a raise after just starting the job.
slang He's really getting on my nerves with all his complaining.
figurative Stepping out of her comfort zone took a lot of nerve.
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