Main Entry: ner·vous

Pronunciation: \ˈnər-vəs\

Function: adjective

1 : of, relating to, or composed of neurons <the nervous layer of the eye>
2 a : of or relating to the nerves ; also : originating in or affected by the nerves <nervous energy> b : easily excited or irritated

—ner·vous·ly adverb

—ner·vous·ness noun