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fretful

fret·ful

UK/ˈfɹɛtfəl/ US/ˈfrɛtfʌl/ uncommon

adjective

1.

unable to relax or be still

  • “a constant fretful stamping of hooves”
  • “itchy for excitement”
  • “a restless child”
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2.

habitually complaining

  • “a whining child”

Origin

From fret + -ful.

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