chronicnervousness
nounUK /ˌkrɒnɪk ˈnɜːvəsnəs/
US /ˌkrɑːnɪk ˈnɜːrvəsnəs/
A feeling of being worried or scared that stays with you for a long time.
Her chronic nervousness made it hard for her to speak in front of the class.
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2. A lasting state of being easily startled or frightened.
The loud noises left him with chronic nervousness around fireworks.
3. An ongoing sense of dread that affects daily life.
Chronic nervousness kept her from trying new things.
4. A persistent physical restlessness often linked to worry.
His chronic nervousness showed in tapping fingers and pacing.