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Definition of Nervy
1. Adjective. Being in a tense state.
Exact synonyms: Edgy, High-strung, Highly Strung, Jittery, Jumpy, Overstrung, Restive, Uptight
Similar to: Tense
Derivative terms: Edge, Edginess, Jitteriness, Jumpiness, Restiveness, Restiveness
Similar to: Tense
Derivative terms: Edge, Edginess, Jitteriness, Jumpiness, Restiveness, Restiveness
2. Adjective. Showing or requiring courage and contempt of danger. "The nervy feats of mountaineers"
3. Adjective. Offensively bold. "A nervy thing to say"
Exact synonyms: Brash, Cheeky
Similar to: Forward
Derivative terms: Brashness, Cheek, Cheekiness, Nerve
Similar to: Forward
Derivative terms: Brashness, Cheek, Cheekiness, Nerve
Definition of Nervy
1. a. Strong; sinewy.
Definition of Nervy
1. impudent [adj NERVIER, NERVIEST] - See also: impudent