dither
|dith/er|
B2
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/ˈdɪðər/
🇬🇧
/ˈdɪðə/
indecisive agitation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dither' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'didderen,' where 'didderen' meant 'to tremble.'
Historical Evolution
'didderen' transformed into the modern English word 'dither' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to tremble,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'indecisiveness or agitation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a state of indecisive agitation or confusion.
She was in a dither about whether to accept the job offer.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35