whim-whams

whim–whams

noun plural

Definition of WHIM-WHAMS

a sense of panic or extreme nervousness <just the sight of a roller coaster gives him the whim-whams>

Synonyms butterflies, dither, heebie-jeebies, jimjams, nerves, screaming meemies, shakes, shivers, whim-whams, willies

Related Words cold sweat, creeps, fidgets, goose bumps; agitation, anxiety, fear, hysteria, uneasiness; frazzle, nervous breakdown; edginess, jumpiness, skittishness

Near Antonyms aplomb, calm, composure, equanimity, imperturbability, self-possession, tranquillity (or tranquility)