checkitis en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˌt͡ʃɛkˈaɪt.əs/
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Etymology
From check + -itis.
Meanings
- (uncountable) The state of nervousness and anxiety and loss of self-confidence that a person whose knowledge or performance is being evaluated or observed may sink into, resulting in tunnel vision, false starts and a high likelihood of serious errors.