Synonyms for

Uptight

Verb / ʌˈptaɪt / Another word for uptight — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

feeling nervous or worried and unable to relax

Synonyms & similar words

edgy highlystrung overstrung jumpy nervy jittery highstrung restive anxious nervous edgy jittery tense stressed worried agitated fidgety restless uneasy strained high-strung overwrought panicky

Example sentences

  1. I feel uptight before a big test at school.
  2. When my dad's team is losing, he gets uptight and starts yelling at the TV.
  3. My dog gets uptight during a thunderstorm.
  4. She's always uptight at work because she has a lot of responsibilities.
  5. He's uptight about his presentation and keeps practicing it.

Quotes

  • "I'm a bit uptight, but I'm not a perfectionist." - Cate Blanchett
  • "I'm uptight in my own life. I don't know when the last time I looked at my face was. I don't know what's going on." - Angelina Jolie
  • "I don't have to be as uptight as I used to be." - Donald Trump

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