checkitis
Pronunciation: /ˌt͡ʃɛkˈaɪt.əs/
The English word “checkitis” has 1 meaning listed here.
noun
- 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.
Etymology
From check + -itis.
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