fidgetiness
|fidg-et-i-ness|
B2
/ˈfɪdʒɪtinəs/
(fidget)
restless movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fidget' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'fiken,' where 'fiken' meant 'to move restlessly.'
Historical Evolution
'fiken' transformed into the modern English word 'fidget' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move restlessly,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to be restless or uneasy.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being restless or unable to stay still.
His fidgetiness was apparent during the long meeting.
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Last updated: 2025/05/21 06:05