Synonyms for "nervous"
14 kid-friendly synonyms for nervous, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "nervous" mean?
The word nervous is an adjective that means: feeling a little scared about something coming up.
Example: "I get nervous before tests."
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for nervous
Younger kids can use these in place of "nervous":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for nervous
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for nervous
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of nervous (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of nervous:
FAQ — synonyms for nervous
What is a good synonym for nervous in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try jumpy. For older students, "anxious" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does nervous have?
We list 14 grade-appropriate synonyms for nervous across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is nervous a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, nervous is used as an adjective.
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