Nerve

5 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

A fiber that transmits signals between the brain and body parts, or courage and determination.

“It takes nerve to speak in front of a large audience.”

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Contains vowels E and E with less common V.

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Worth 8 points with V (4 points) providing good value.

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