anxiety
anx-i-e-ty
noun
A mental health condition involving persistent, excessive worry and fear.
"He was diagnosed with generalised anxiety disorder."
noun
A keen desire or eagerness, often accompanied by slight apprehension.
"There was an anxiety to please her new boss."
noun
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about an uncertain outcome.
"She felt a surge of anxiety before her exam."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: anxiousness