anxious
/ˈæŋkʃəs/
CEFR level B2Topic EmotionWord #3810 in the learning path
焦虑的；担忧的
Definitions
adj. Worried or nervous about something uncertain.
焦虑的；担忧的
adj. Very eager to do something or for something to happen.
渴望的；急切的
Example
I felt anxious while waiting for my exam results.
等待考试成绩时，我感到很焦虑。
Students may become anxious about their future when career guidance is unavailable at school.
学校不提供职业指导时，学生可能会对未来感到焦虑。
Collocations
- anxious about
- anxious to please
- feel anxious
Word family
- anxiety (n.)
- anxiously (adv.)
Synonyms
- worried
- uneasy
Antonyms
- calm
- relaxed
Usage tip
anxious about表担忧；anxious to do常表急切。
FAQ
- What does anxious mean?
- Worried or nervous about something uncertain. Very eager to do something or for something to happen.
- How is anxious pronounced?
- UK /ˈæŋkʃəs/, US /ˈæŋkʃəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
