nerve-racking
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Definition of nerve-racking
: extremely trying on the nerves a nerve-racking ordeal The job interview was a nerve-racking experience.
Synonyms & Antonyms for nerve-racking
Synonyms
agitating, anxious, creepy, disquieting, distressful, distressing, disturbing, fraught, hairy, nervous, restless, tense, uneasy, unnerving, unsettling, worrisome
Antonyms
calming, comfortable, easy, peaceful, quiet, quieting, tranquil
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nerve-racking
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English Language Learners Definition of nerve-racking
: causing a person to feel very nervous
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