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nail-biting

The word “nail-biting” has 2 syllables: nail-biting

It's pronounced as /ˈneɪlˌbaɪtɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for nail-biting?

In the thesaurus, “nail-biting” has 98 synonyms and 39 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for nail-biting

Antonyms for nail-biting

Meanings of nail-biting

  • adjective
    1. That causes nervous anticipation or suspense.

Example Sentences

  • The movie's climax was so intense and nail-biting that the entire audience was on the edge of their seats.
  • The championship match turned into a thrilling, nail-biting showdown between the two top teams.
  • The detective novel had a plot so riveting and nail-biting that readers couldn't put it down.
  • The final moments of the game were truly nail-biting as the teams fought for victory.
  • The suspenseful TV series kept viewers hooked with its constant twists and turns, making it a real nail-biting experience.

On this page you'll find 137 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nail-biting, such as: advantage, agitating, agitation, all-overs, angst, ants in pants, antsiness.

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