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не́рвный — meaning in English

nervnyy

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English meaning

  • edgy adj Tense, nervous, or on the verge of losing patience.
  • nervous adj Easily agitated, anxious, or worried, especially about an upcoming event.
  • nervy adj Bold and daring, even cheeky.

Senses

не́рвный is used for these senses in English:

  • nervy (British) Feeling nervous, anxious or agitated.

edgy — full definition

  1. adj Tense, nervous, or on the verge of losing patience.
  2. adj Deliberately provocative or unconventional, pushing at the limits of good taste.

nervous — full definition

  1. adj Easily agitated, anxious, or worried, especially about an upcoming event.
  2. adj Relating to the nerves or nervous system.
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