zozobra

Definitions of zozobra
  1. noun
    (nautical) the event of a boat accidentally turning over in the water
    synonyms: vuelco
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    type of:
    naufragio
    an accident that destroys a ship at sea
  2. noun
    a descent as through liquid (especially through water)
    synonyms: hundimiento
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    types:
    arraigo, asiento, despacho
    a gradual sinking to a lower level
    sumergimiento, sumersión
    sinking until covered completely with water
  3. noun
    the anxious feeling you have when you have the jitters
    synonyms: nerviosismo
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    type of:
    desazón, inquietud, preocupación
    a vague unpleasant emotion that is experienced in anticipation of some (usually ill-defined) misfortune
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