nail-biter

The word “nail-biter” has 2 syllables: nail-biter.

It's pronounced as /ˈneɪlˌbaɪtər/.


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In the thesaurus, “nail-biter” has 1 synonym and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for nail-biter along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for nail-biter

  • thriller

Antonyms for nail-biter

  • blowout

Meanings of nail-biter

  • noun
    1. One who bites or chews his or her fingernails.
    2. A nervous or uncomfortable situation.
    3. An engaging or exciting cliffhanger.

Example Sentences

  • The game was a real nail-biter, with both teams giving their all until the last second.
  • The suspenseful movie turned out to be a true nail-biter, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats.
  • The final match of the tournament was a thrilling nail-biter that had fans anxiously watching every play.
  • The courtroom drama unfolded into a gripping nail-biter as the trial reached its climax.
  • The election results were a complete nail-biter, with the candidates neck and neck throughout the vote count.

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