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anxiety Synonyms

Another word for anxiety

Choosing another word for anxiety depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.

Usage Example

"She felt a growing sense of worry as the day of the final examination approached."

Strongest
worry
unease
apprehension
nervousness
Strong
trepidation
disquiet
angst
foreboding
distress
Weak
fearsomeness

• noun (Context 2)

An eager, earnest, or solicitous desire to do something or to see something happen.

Usage Example

"In his eagerness to make a good impression on the committee, he arrived nearly an hour early."

Strong
eagerness
keenness
solicitude
impatience

Opposites of anxiety

The opposite of anxiety shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

calmness
serenity
indifference
peace of mind
tranquility
apathy
composure
reluctance
See all opposites of anxiety

• Nearby Words

antsy
antwren
anvil
anxiety
anxious
anxiously
anxiousness

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Anxiety. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/anxiety
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