antsy

[ ant-see ]

adjective

, Informal.

, ants·i·er, ants·i·est.

1. unable to sit or stand still; fidgety:

   The children were bored and antsy.

2. apprehensive, uneasy, or nervous:

   I'm a little antsy since hearing those storm warnings.

antsy

/ ˈæntsɪ /

adjective

1. informal.
   restless, nervous, and impatient

Other Words From

• antsi·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of antsy¹

1950–55; ant + -s ³ + -y ¹; -sy

Example Sentences

Offensive and defensive linemen getting antsy for a new school, listen up.

From Los Angeles Times

The home fans are starting to get a bit antsy here as we head towards the break.

From BBC

The wrappers are a nostalgic choice for Barrois, who started sculpting as an antsy 10-year-old with a Hot Wheels collection and a pet peeve.

From New York Times

“From my personal experience, state troopers are nothing but antsy when it comes to protesters,” Hartman said.

From Seattle Times

A string of production delays has left “Dune: Part One” fans antsy for the film’s sequel, which hits theaters this Friday.

From Los Angeles Times