fidgety
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for fidgety, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Unable to sit or stay still; restless, often from nerves, boredom, or impatience.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use fidgety
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a fidgety child
feeling fidgety
Etymology
From fidget plus the adjective ending -y.
Full origin of fidgety →Frequently asked questions
What does “fidgety” mean?
The word “fidgety” means unable to sit or stay still; restless, often from nerves, boredom, or impatience. In plain terms, restless and unable to keep still.
How do you pronounce “fidgety”?
“Fidgety” is pronounced FIHD-zhih-tee (/ˈfɪd͡ʒɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “fidgety” in a sentence?
Here is “fidgety” used in a sentence: “The children grew fidgety after an hour in the waiting room.”
What part of speech is “fidgety”?
“Fidgety” is an adjective.
