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Definition of Uptight
1. Adjective. Being in a tense state.
Exact synonyms: Edgy, High-strung, Highly Strung, Jittery, Jumpy, Nervy, Overstrung, Restive
Similar to: Tense
Derivative terms: Edge, Edginess, Jitteriness, Jumpiness, Restiveness, Restiveness
Similar to: Tense
Derivative terms: Edge, Edginess, Jitteriness, Jumpiness, Restiveness, Restiveness
Definition of Uptight
1. Adjective. (colloquial) Excessively concerned with rules and order. ¹
2. Adjective. (colloquial) Sexually repressed. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Uptight
1. nervous [adj] - See also: nervous