uptight Meaning, pronunciation, usage in a sentence, synonyms, ...

/ʌpˈtaɪt/

Main Example

She was too uptight to enjoy the party.

Grammatical Info:

Adjective (adj.)

Feeling anxious or tense, often because of stress or worry.

Other Example

He was too uptight to relax during the vacation.

Don't be so uptight about the exam; just do your best.

She gets uptight when things don't go as planned.

feel uptight

become uptight

act uptight

tense

nervous

anxious

/ʌpˈtaɪt/

Main Example

His uptight nature made it hard for him to make friends.

Grammatical Info:

Adjective (adj.)

Strict or rigid in behavior or attitude, often unwilling to relax.

Other Example

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