Antonyms for nerve
daring, boldness:
care,
modesty,
carefulness,
reality,
politeness,
lethargy,
powerlessness,
doubt,
uncertainty,
idleness,
timidity,
cowardice,
weakness,
shyness,
caution,
manners,
fear,
inactivity,
humility,
meekness.
noun:
graciousness,
ineffectualness,
civility,
gentility,
bashfulness,
shyness,
courtesy,
hesitation,
imperturbability,
cold feet,
composure,
diffidence,
mousiness,
aplomb,
self-possession,
tranquillity,
irresolution,
equanimity,
indecision,
indecisiveness,
calm,
feebleness,
impotence,
hesitancy,
manners.
strengthen, hearten:
discourage,
dissuade,
dishearten,
weaken,
depress.