Pronunciation: /rɪŋˈzaɪəti/
noun a portmanteau of 'ring' and 'anxiety', referring to the feeling of anxiety or distress caused by the sound or vibration of one's phone ringing or receiving a notification
A1 I often experience ringxiety, thinking my phone is ringing when it's not.
A2 Many people suffer from ringxiety, constantly checking their phones for notifications.
B1 Ringxiety can be a sign of smartphone addiction, causing people to feel anxious when they don't hear their phone ring.
B2 Some studies suggest that ringxiety is linked to the fear of missing out on important calls or messages.
C1 Therapists often work with clients to address ringxiety and develop healthier phone habits.
C2 Individuals with severe ringxiety may benefit from cognitive behavioral therapy to manage their anxiety around phone notifications.
formal Ringxiety is a term used to describe the sensation of hearing your phone ring or vibrate when it is not actually ringing.
informal I keep experiencing ringxiety, thinking my phone is buzzing when it's not.
slang I hate when I get ringxiety, it's so annoying!
figurative Her constant checking of her phone shows she has a case of ringxiety about missing important calls.
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