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Definition nervy in American English

nervy adjective

adjective
/ˈnɜrvi/
1

willing to do something although it might offend someone

Example

It was a bit nervy of me, I know, but I rushed to the front of the line.

Synonyms and related words
willing ready interested
1.1

rude and showing little respect for what people think or expect

Example

a nervy little brat

Synonyms and related words
rude impolite insolent
2

worried and afraid

Synonyms and related words
afraid frightened scared worried nervous upset
Definition nervy in American English