NERVY
Scrabble letter values: N1E1R1V4Y4 = 11
Definition
- adjective being in a tense state. — synonyms: edgy, high-strung, highly_strung, jittery, jumpy, overstrung, restive, uptight
- adjective showing or requiring courage and contempt of danger.
- adjective offensively bold. — synonyms: brash, cheeky
Examples
- “the nervy feats of mountaineers”
- “a brash newcomer disputed the age-old rules for admission to the club”
- “a nervy thing to say”