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NERVY

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Nervy.

Nervy - as an adjective satellite

Being in a tense state

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
edgy9high-strunghighly strungjittery17jumpy19overstrung14restive10uptight13

Showing or requiring courage and contempt of danger

Example: "The nervy feats of mountaineers"

Offensively bold

Example: "A brash newcomer disputed the age-old rules for admission to the club"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brash10cheeky18

Nervy - as an adjective

Having nerve; bold; brazen.

Feeling nervous, anxious or agitated.

Strong; sinewy.

Jittery; having unwanted signal characteristics.

Example Sentences

"She is a nervy young woman who isn't afraid to take risks."
"It was nervy of him to confront his boss about the issue."
"The nervy athlete never backs down from a challenge."
"He made a nervy decision to invest all his savings in the stock market."
"She gave a nervy performance on stage, captivating the audience."
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Word Game Points

Is NERVY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nervy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NERVY has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is NERVY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nervy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NERVY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is NERVY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nervy is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NERVY has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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