First Known Use: circa 1825
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1frazzle
verb fraz·zle \ˈfra-zəl\
: to make (someone) very nervous or upset
fraz·zledfraz·zling \ˈfraz-liŋ, ˈfra-zə-\
Full Definition of FRAZZLE
transitive verb
1
: 3fray
2
a : to put in a state of extreme physical or nervous fatigue b : upset
intransitive verb
: to become frazzled
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Origin of FRAZZLE
alteration of English dialect fazle to tangle, fray
Related to FRAZZLE
2frazzle
noun
Definition of FRAZZLE
1
: the state of being frazzled
2
: a condition of fatigue or nervous exhaustion <worn to a frazzle>
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First Known Use of FRAZZLE
1865
Related to FRAZZLE
- Synonyms
- burnout, collapse, exhaustion, fatigue, lassitude, prostration, tiredness, weariness
- Antonyms
- refreshment, rejuvenation, rejuvenescence, revitalization
Rhymes with FRAZZLE
FRAZZLE Defined for Kids
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noun fraz·zle \ˈfra-zəl\
Definition of FRAZZLE for Kids
: a tired or nervous condition <I'm worn to a frazzle.>
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