antsy
Translation
restless, fidgety, impatient
Examples
The kids are getting antsy.
The kids are getting antsy.
He felt antsy before the presentation.
He felt antsy before the presentation.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) is antsy to feel restless or impatient The kids are getting antsy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: restless, fidgety, impatient; Antonyms: calm, relaxed, patient
Etymology
Likely derived from the phrase 'ants in one's pants', describing the feeling of being unable to sit still.
Memory Tips
Imagine you have 'ants' in your pants, making you jumpy and unable to stay still.