English Synonym Finder

on edge

Definitions

Tense, nervous, or irritable.

In a state of heightened alertness or anxiety.

Examples

She felt completely on edge while waiting for the test results to arrive.

The constant noise from the construction site kept the neighbors on edge all day.

Synonyms

anxious nervous tense jittery uneasy apprehensive restless

Antonyms

calm relaxed serene composed tranquil at ease unruffled