ansiosa

Ansiosa is the feminine singular form of the Spanish adjective ansioso. It describes a state of being characterized by anxiety or worry, or by eager anticipation. The masculine form is ansioso, and the plural forms are ansiosos (masc.) and ansiosas (fem.). The word can refer to a person who feels nervous or uneasy, or to someone who is keenly looking forward to something.

Etymology and related forms: Ansioso derives from Latin anxius, which entered Spanish via Old French anxieux. Related nouns include ansia, referring to a sense of anxiousness or craving, and the phrase tener ansias de, meaning to have a craving or to be eager for something. The term can range from a cautious worry to a hopeful eagerness depending on context.

Usage and nuances: In general Spanish, ansioso/ansiosa expresses a sense of apprehension or inquietud, as in “Ella está ansiosa por la entrevista” (She is anxious about the interview). It can also convey positive anticipation, for example “estoy ansioso por ver la película” (I’m eager to see the movie). The choice of adjective often hinges on tone and context; more neutral or negative contexts may favor ansioso/ansiosa, while positive anticipation might be conveyed with terms like ilusionado or entusiasmado, though ansioso can still be used in a positive sense.

See also: Ansia, ansiedad, ilusionado, ganas.