Nerve Definition & Meaning
nerve
- noun
- any bundle of nerve fibers running to various organs and tissues of the body
- the courage to carry on; "he kept fighting on pure spunk"; "you haven't got the heart for baseball"
- impudent aggressiveness; "I couldn't believe her boldness"; "he had the effrontery to question my honesty"
- verb
- get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
"Nerve" in song lyrics
See how nerve is used in real songs:
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"Get nerve"
3 Melancholy Gypsies — The Plannit -
"Whatchu reachin fo'? What I done touched a nerve?"
The Alchemist f/ Havoc, J-Hood, Noyd, Styles P — D Block to QB -
"Y'all critics got a lot of nerve"
Ali Vegas — Critics
Words that rhyme with nerve
Usage tips for "nerve"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "nerve" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for nerve to find words that pair well.