antsy

[ˈæntsi]

antsy Definition

• 1. unable to sit or stand still; fidgety
• 2. apprehensive, uneasy, or nervous

Using antsy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "antsy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The kids were getting antsy during the long car ride.

• Example

  I always get antsy before a big exam.

• Example

  She was feeling antsy about the upcoming job interview.

antsy Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for antsy

• restless
• fidgety
• jittery
• nervous
• uneasy

Antonyms for antsy

• calm
• relaxed

Phrases with antsy

• ants in one's pants

  a state of restlessness or agitation

  Example

  He couldn't sit still because he had ants in his pants.

• get antsy

  to become restless or nervous

  Example

  I always get antsy before a big presentation.

• antsy-pants

  a playful term for someone who is restless or fidgety

  Example

  My little brother is such an antsy-pants!

Origins of antsy

from 'ants in one's pants', meaning restless or agitated

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Summary: antsy in Brief

'Antsy' [ˈæntsi] describes someone who is unable to sit or stand still, often due to nervousness or apprehension. It can be used to describe a variety of situations, from children getting antsy during a long car ride to someone feeling antsy before a big exam or job interview. Phrases like 'ants in one's pants' and 'get antsy' are commonly used to describe this state of restlessness.