Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fretter
noun
/ˈfrɛtər/
Definition
A person or animal that frets; a worrywart or someone who expresses anxious concern.
Examples
- She is such a fretter about her exams, always worrying if she’ll pass.
- Don’t be a fretter; things usually turn out better than we expect.
- His constant fretting over money was beginning to affect his health.
Meaning
To fret means to worry or be concerned. A fretter is someone who tends to fret often, reflecting undue anxiety about different matters.
Synonyms
- worrier
- anxious person
- nervous nelly
- fussbudget
