Word of the Day

swivet

[swiv-it]

noun:

a state of nervous excitement, haste, or anxiety

Explanation

A swivet is a heightened state of nervousness, the kind that sends you rushing or even spiraling, but often over something small. The word tends to show up in the phrase "in a swivet," and it has a playful sound that softens the feeling it describes. It's easy to find yourself in a swivet, so have a mental escape plan ready for when it happens.

Example: She was in a swivet trying to find the right pasta shape for the pasta salad she planned to bring to the potluck.

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