1. nerves(n = noun.state) nervousness - an uneasy psychological state; "he suffered an attack of nerves"
is a kind of mental condition, mental state, psychological condition, psychological state
has particulars: heebie-jeebies, jitters, screaming meemies, mental strain, nervous strain, strain
2. nerves(n = noun.attribute) - control of your emotions; "this kind of tension is not good for my nerves"
is a kind of possession, self-command, self-control, self-possession, self-will, will power, willpower