Meaning & use
antsy
Restless, impatient, or nervous, often while waiting for something to happen.
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The kids grew antsy waiting in line for the roller coaster to start moving.
Investors got antsy as the company delayed its earnings announcement again.
A note on using this word
Antsy is informal and conversational; use 'restless' or 'impatient' in more formal writing.
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