Greek · Emotions & Feelings
νευρικός
nevrikós
Nervous
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Feeling worried or tense.
Example
Ήταν νευρικός πριν τις εξετάσεις.
He was nervous before the exams.
Etymology
'Νευρικός' (nevrikós) comes from the Ancient Greek word 'νέυρον' (néuron), meaning 'nerve'. The term has evolved to describe not only a state of being nervous but also relates to a heightened emotional or physical tension.
How & Where It’s Used
This word is used in both informal and formal contexts, primarily in spoken language, particularly when discussing emotional states or health issues, and is widely recognized in everyday conversations.