noun
- the state or quality of being nervous; nervousness
Usage: formal; less common than ‘nervousness’
Examples
- Her nervosity before the presentation was evident in her trembling hands.
- The actor’s nervosity disappeared once he stepped onto the stage.
- The doctor noted the patient’s nervosity during the examination.
- His nervosity about the job interview kept him awake all night.
- The team’s nervosity was understandable given the importance of the game.
- She tried to hide her nervosity with forced laughter.