nervous-eyed
|ner/vous-eyed|
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/ˈnɜrvəs-aɪd/
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/ˈnɜːvəs-aɪd/
anxious expression
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nervous-eyed' originates from the English word 'nervous' combined with 'eyed', where 'nervous' meant 'easily agitated or alarmed' and 'eyed' refers to the eyes expressing that emotion.
Historical Evolution
'Nervous' comes from the Latin word 'nervosus', meaning 'sinewy, vigorous', and 'eyed' is derived from the Old English 'ēage', meaning 'eye'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'nervous' meant 'vigorous', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'easily agitated or alarmed'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having eyes that express nervousness or anxiety.
The nervous-eyed student glanced around the room, unsure of what to expect.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42