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Definition nervy in British English

nervy adjective

adjective
/ˈnɜː(r)vi/
1

worried and afraid

Example

a nervy and excitable group

Synonyms and related words
afraid frightened scared worried nervous upset
2

willing to do something although it might offend someone

Synonyms and related words
willing ready interested
2.1

rude and showing little respect for what people think or expect

Example

a nervy little brat

Synonyms and related words
rude impolite insolent
Definition nervy in British English