Synonyms for Anxious
Definition of anxious
adjective
- eagerly desirous; "anxious to see the new show at the museum"; "dying to hear who won"
- causing or fraught with or showing anxiety; "spent an anxious night waiting for the test results"; "cast anxious glances behind her"; "those nervous moments before takeoff"; "an unquiet mind"
6 synonyms found
Writing tips for "anxious"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like apprehensive, dying, nervous can replace "anxious" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 6 alternatives available, "anxious" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Anxious" in song lyrics
See how anxious is used in real songs:
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"What's up, young fool, I see that you're anxious"
Big Mike — On Da Real -
"rollin' up the herb, I can tell you gettin' anxious"
Cristiles f/ Dre B — Backseat Love -
"Tainted views of my views got me anxious"
G&E Music (The Grouch + Eligh) — I Come Cleaner