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fidgety

adjective fidg·ety \ˈfi-jə-tē\

: moving a lot because of nervousnees, boredom, etc. : tending to fidget

Full Definition of FIDGETY

1

: inclined to fidget

2

: making unnecessary fuss : fussy

— fidg·et·i·ness noun

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First Known Use of FIDGETY

circa 1736

Related to FIDGETY

Synonyms: antsy, squirmy, twitchy, wiggly, wriggly

Antonyms: motionless, still

FIDGETINESS Defined for Kids

fidgety

adjective fidg·ety \ˈfi-jə-tē\

Definition of FIDGETY for Kids

: nervous and restless

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