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restive vs nervy

nervy vs restive

restive and nervy both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
restive No Yes No No
nervy No Yes No No
As adjectives, restive and nervy are synonyms defined as:
  • restive and nervy: being in a tense state
Other synonyms of restive include edgy, high-strung, highly strung, jittery, jumpy, overstrung, uptight.
restive (adjective) nervy (adjective)
impatient especially under restriction or delay showing or requiring courage and contempt of danger
being in a tense state offensively bold
being in a tense state
Difference between restive and nervy

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