Nervous

Portuguese Meaning

nervoso

afobado

excitado

excitável

desassossegado

inquieto

agitável

irritável

apreensivo

vigoroso

English Meaning

  1. Of or relating to the nerves or nervous system: nervous tissue.
  2. Stemming from or affecting the nerves or nervous system: a nervous disorder.
  3. Easily agitated or distressed; high-strung or jumpy.
  4. Marked by or having a feeling of unease or apprehension: nervous moments before takeoff.
  5. Vigorous in style or feeling; spirited: "the nervous thrust of a modern creation” ( Henry A. Kissinger).
  6. Archaic Strong; sinewy.