GOOSEY Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

goosey

adjective

ˈgü-sē

Definition of goosey

as in worried

feeling or showing uncomfortable feelings of uncertainty have been feeling goosey all morning, knowing that I have that driving test hanging over my head

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But Russian ballistic missiles appear to be the threat that has Ukrainian’s leadership most worried.

— Nathan Hodge, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
As students head back to school across Georgia, some parents are worried about more than academics.

— Brian Unger, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of worried

Adjective

Because people are nervous that Tesla’s robotaxi is going to completely take over the autonomous-vehicle market and mobility overall.

— Fortune Editors, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026
For anyone nervous about bringing up price, Bascombe says preparation is the best confidence booster.

— Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of nervous

Adjective

The Braves opted against parting with their most valuable prospects at the trade deadline, a decision that’s upset part of the fanbase and many around the organization but will require time to judge.

— Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 6 Aug. 2026
It’s considered the biggest upset in the history of the tournament.

— PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of upset

Adjective

Meanwhile, China is tightening approvals for exports of rare earth products — a key bargaining chip at the last summit in Beijing, which sealed an uneasy trade truce.

— Andy Browne, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2026
As the novel coronavirus overtook daily life, in the spring of 2020, our celebrities occupied uneasy terrain.

— Molly Fischer, New Yorker, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of uneasy

Adjective

The union has also raised questions about Cázares' role as fiscal advisor, pointing to her previous work overseeing other financially troubled school districts and questioning her compensation.

— Richard Ramos, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
Politically speaking, Pompano Beach is a deeply troubled place these days.

— Steve Bousquet, Sun Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of troubled

Adjective

However, Khramov is still a bit apprehensive bringing in her cello since every instrument Yupia plays leaves markings and gets damaged more quickly.

— Maddie Rhodes, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026
Local voters have proven to be apprehensive about backing tax measures, according to June 2 election results.

— Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 23 July 2026

Definition of apprehensive

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