Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fretful
Adjective
/ˈfrɛtfəl/
Definition
Feeling or expressing distress or irritation.
Examples
- The baby was fretful and cried all night.
- She became fretful over the uncertainty of her job status.
- His fretful behavior made it hard for him to relax during the vacation.
Meaning
Fretful describes a state of worry or unhappiness, often resulting in restlessness or agitation.
Synonyms
- irritable
- restless
- anxious
- moody
- testy
