Nervous Tension

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Synonyms of nervous tension

Antonyms of nervous tension

Collocations of nervous tension

high anxiety
Frequency: 70 %

The pressure of the upcoming exam caused high anxiety in the students.

intense stress
Frequency: 60 %

The deadline for the project was approaching, leading to intense stress among the team members.

heightened tension
Frequency: 55 %

The heated argument between the two colleagues resulted in heightened tension in the office.

severe apprehension
Frequency: 50 %

The news of the impending storm caused severe apprehension among the residents of the coastal town.

acute nervousness
Frequency: 45 %

Her acute nervousness before the presentation was palpable to everyone in the room.

Idiomatic Expressions for nervous tension

  • Phrase: jitters
    Meaning: feelings of nervousness or unease
    Usage: I always get the jitters before a big test.