highly nervous

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A formal way to say 'very nervous', often related to temperament.

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  • He had worked himself up into a highly nervous state.
  • The new CEO appeared highly nervous before his first public address.
  • She is a highly nervous individual, always worrying about small details.
  • After the accident, the driver remained highly nervous for several days.
  • Despite her calm exterior, she was highly nervous about the job interview.
  • The dog becomes highly nervous during thunderstorms.
  • His highly nervous disposition made it difficult for him to relax.
  • The witness was highly nervous when recounting the events to the police.
  • Being highly nervous can affect one's ability to perform under pressure.
  • We observed the cat exhibiting highly nervous behavior in the new environment.