Definitions
- Feeling anxious or worried about something that may happen in the future. - Experiencing fear or apprehension in a particular situation or event. - Being uneasy or uncomfortable in a new or unfamiliar environment.
- Describing a feeling of nervousness or anxiety that causes shaking or trembling. - Referring to a state of restlessness or agitation due to nervousness or anxiety. - Talking about a person who is easily startled or jumpy due to nervousness or anxiety.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a state of nervousness or anxiety.
- 2Both can be caused by fear or apprehension.
- 3Both can manifest physically, such as shaking or trembling.
- 4Both can affect a person's behavior or performance.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Jittery implies a higher level of nervousness or anxiety than nervous.
- 2Physical manifestation: Jittery specifically refers to shaking or trembling, while nervous can manifest in various physical ways.
- 3Duration: Jittery can be a temporary state, while nervous can be a more long-lasting feeling.
- 4Cause: Jittery is often caused by external factors such as caffeine or loud noises, while nervous can be caused by internal factors such as worry or fear.
- 5Connotation: Jittery has a more negative connotation than nervous, which can be neutral or even positive in some contexts.
Remember this!
While both nervous and jittery describe a state of nervousness or anxiety, jittery implies a higher level of intensity and specifically refers to shaking or trembling. Nervous can manifest in various physical ways and can be caused by internal factors such as worry or fear. Jittery is often caused by external factors and has a more negative connotation.
