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Anxiety Definition: Meaning, Symptoms, and Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：worry (anxiety)
anxiety
/æŋˈzaɪəti/
n.
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.
worry
➕
/ˈwʌri/
n.
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome, often temporary and related to a specific situation.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'anxius' (anxious) + '-tas' (noun suffix), meaning a state of worry.
💡 Mnemonic
Imagine 'anxiety' as 'angry see tea' – you're so worried you can't enjoy a calm cup of tea.
📖 Example
The long wait for the test results filled him with anxiety.
The long wait for the test results filled him with anxiety.
🔗 Collocations
anxiety attack – a sudden episode of intense fear or panic
social anxiety – fear of social situations and being judged by others
test anxiety – nervousness experienced before or during an exam
🔄 Synonyms
worry (n.) – a state of being anxious and troubled about actual or potential problems
nervousness (n.) – a feeling of being nervous or uneasy
dread (n.) – great fear or apprehension about something
🚫 Antonyms
calmness (n.) – a state of being calm and free from worry
serenity (n.) – the state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled
relaxation (n.) – a state of being free from tension and anxiety
🌱 Derivatives
anxious (adj.) – feeling or showing worry, nervousness, or unease
anxiously (adv.) – in a manner that shows worry or nervousness
anxiety-ridden (adj.) – dominated or overwhelmed by anxiety
📖 Cultural Story
Derived from Latin 'anxietas', from 'angere' (to choke or strangle), describing the feeling of being tightened by worry. Now a key term in psychology.
Meaning 2：anxiety disorder (anxiety)
anxiety
/æŋˈzaɪəti/
n.
A state of persistent nervousness and worry, often seen as a condition that affects mental health.
anxiety disorder
➕
/æŋˈzaɪəti dɪsˈɔːrdər/
n.
A chronic mental health condition characterized by persistent and excessive worry, nervousness, and fear that interferes with daily life.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
She is learning breathing techniques to manage her anxiety.
She is learning breathing techniques to manage her anxiety.
🔗 Collocations
anxiety disorder – a mental health condition characterized by persistent anxiety
chronic anxiety – long-term and ongoing state of anxiety
manage anxiety – to control or reduce anxiety through techniques or treatment
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
peace of mind (n.) – a feeling of being safe and free from worry
tranquility (n.) – the quality of being calm and without disturbance
well-being (n.) – a state of being comfortable, healthy, and happy
🌱 Derivatives
anxious (adj.) – feeling or showing worry, nervousness, or unease
anxiously (adv.) – in a manner that shows worry or nervousness
anxiety-ridden (adj.) – dominated or overwhelmed by anxiety
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