Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
squirrely
adjective
/ˈskwɜːrli/
Definition
Characterized by a restless, nervous, or unpredictable behavior.
Examples
- The dog got a squirrely feeling when it saw the other animals in the park.
- Her squirrely behavior at the meeting made everyone else feel uneasy.
- After too much coffee, he felt a bit squirrely and couldn’t sit still.
Meaning
The term ‘squirrely’ is often used to describe someone who acts in a way that is erratic or anxious, similar to how a squirrel moves quickly and unpredictably.
Synonyms
- nervous
- anxious
- restless
- fidgety
