noun
- plural of jumpiness; the quality or state of being jumpy, nervous, or easily startled
Usage: usually uncountable in singular form; plural used when referring to multiple instances or types of nervous behavior
Examples
- The jumpinesses of the actors before opening night were evident in their fidgeting.
- After too much coffee, his jumpinesses made it hard to concentrate on work.
- The dog's jumpinesses during thunderstorms required patience and reassurance.
- She noticed the jumpinesses in the crowd as the announcement was about to be made.
- His jumpinesses decreased once he realized there was nothing to worry about.