What does nerve-racking mean?
Nerve-racking means Intensely irritating or distressing to the nerves..
Nerve-racking
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Intensely irritating or distressing to the nerves..
Example Sentences
His own greeting was equally cordial. "Still exploring!" he cried, as he shook them by the hand. "We will hope your new experiences will not be so nerve-racking as our last."
Synonyms for nerve-racking
Antonyms for nerve-racking
Related Words
Word Forms
- more nerve-racking
- most nerve-racking
- nerve-wracking
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for nerve-racking?
Common synonyms include gut-wrenching, disagreeable, trying, stressful.
What is the opposite of nerve-racking?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use nerve-racking in a sentence?
His own greeting was equally cordial. "Still exploring!" he cried, as he shook them by the hand. "We will hope your new experiences will not be so nerve-racking as our last."
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