The anxiety
Example: Anxiety causes feelings of worry and physical tension
Definition
"The anxiety" refers to a medical condition characterized by feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. It often involves physical symptoms such as increased heart rate and tension.
Etymology
The word "anxiety" originates from the Latin term anxietas, meaning 'anguish' or 'uneasiness.' It entered English in the early 17th century, evolving from the Latin anxius, which means 'troubled' or 'worried.' Did you know that 'anxiety' shares roots with words related to choking or tightness, reflecting the physical sensations often associated with it?
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"The anxiety" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medicine - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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