uptightness
/ˌʌpˈtaɪtnəs/
noun
- The state or quality of being nervous, anxious, or unable to relax.
- His uptightness before the interview was obvious from his fidgeting.
- The constant uptightness in the office made everyone feel stressed.
- Yoga helped her reduce her uptightness and feel calmer.
- The quality of being very strict, formal, or easily offended about rules or behavior.
- The uptightness of the old library made visitors afraid to speak above a whisper.
- Her uptightness about cleanliness meant no one wanted to visit her house.
- The coach's uptightness about punctuality annoyed the players.
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