nervous breakdown
The phrase “nervous breakdown” has 4 syllables: ner-vous break-down
It's pronounced as /ˈnɝː.vəs ˈbreɪk.daʊn/
What is synonym and antonym for nervous breakdown?
In the thesaurus, “nervous breakdown” has 1 synonym and 8 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for nervous breakdown along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for nervous breakdown
- breakdown
Antonyms for nervous breakdown
- aplomb
- calmness
- composure
- coolness
- imperturbability
- serenity
- tranquility
- tranquillity
Meanings of nervous breakdown
- noun
- An attack of a psychological disorder such as depression or anxiety so severe that it prevents a person from continuing to function normally.
- A psychological disorder usually characterized by panic attacks and aggressiveness, related to the Hispanic ataque de nervios.
Example Sentences
- The stress of the job eventually led to a nervous breakdown.
- She took a long vacation after recovering from a nervous breakdown.
- Witnessing the tragic event nearly caused him to have a nervous breakdown.
- After weeks of overwork and no rest, she was on the verge of a nervous breakdown.
- Counseling helped him cope with the aftermath of his nervous breakdown.
On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nervous breakdown, such as: aplomb, breakdown, calmness, composure, coolness, imperturbability, serenity.
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