Entry Word: anxious

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 feeling or showing uncomfortable feelings of uncertainty <was anxious about the play tryouts scheduled for the following day> — see nervous 1
2 marked by or causing agitation or uncomfortable feelings <the whole crowd seemed to make an anxious gasp as the home team almost fumbled the ball> — see nervous 2
3 showing urgent desire or interest <I'm anxious for my birthday party> — see eager