noun
- a state of restlessness, nervousness, or impatience; inability to sit still or stay calm
Usage: informal; usually uncountable
Examples
- The child's antsiness during the long car ride made it hard for everyone to relax.
- She felt a growing antsiness as the interview time approached.
- His antsiness was evident from the way he kept tapping his foot and checking his watch.
- The team's antsiness before the big game was palpable in the locker room.
- After being stuck indoors all week, the dog showed signs of antsiness and wanted to go outside.
- I could sense her antsiness; she clearly wanted to leave the meeting early.