nerve

The word “nerve” has 1 syllable: nerve

It's pronounced as /nɜrv/

What is synonym and antonym for nerve?

In the thesaurus, “nerve” has 160 synonyms and 75 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for nerve along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for nerve

Antonyms for nerve

Meanings of nerve

noun
1. A bundle of neurons with their connective tissue sheaths, blood vessels and lymphatics.
2. A neuron.
3. A vein in a leaf; a grain in wood.
4. Courage, boldness.
5. Patience.
6. Stamina, endurance, fortitude.
7. Audacity, gall.
8. (polymer technology) The elastic resistance of raw rubber or other polymers to permanent deformation during processing.
9. (in the plural) Agitation caused by fear, stress or other negative emotion.
10. Sinew, tendon.
verb
1. To give courage.
2. To give strength; to supply energy or vigour.

Example Sentences

She finally found the nerve to confront her fears.
The dentist assured him that the damaged nerve could be treated.
It took all his nerve to give a speech in front of the large crowd.
The sharp pain in her leg indicated a pinched nerve.
He had the nerve to criticize the project after contributing nothing.

On this page you'll find 235 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nerve, such as: agitation, animate, anxiety, aplomb, arm, arrogance, assumption.

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