Fidgetiness — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈfi-jə-tē/ fidg·ety

Meaning & Definition of Fidgetiness

Fidgetiness (adjective)

  1. inclined to fidget
  2. making unnecessary fuss, fussy

Fidgetiness (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a state of nervousness marked by sudden jerky movements

    "she couldn't stay still before her speech, and by her fidgetiness you could tell that she absolutely dreads speaking in public"

    similar: edginess, fidgets, flightiness, jitteriness, jumpiness, restiveness, skittishness
    related: agita, agitation, anxiety, anxiousness, apprehension, apprehensiveness, disquiet, feverishness, franticness, freneticism, hand-wringing, perturbation, restlessness, trepidation, unease, uneasiness, upset, worry, nerves, tenseness, tension, butterflies, dither, heebie-jeebies, jimjams, jitters, shakes, shivers, willies
    near: confidence, self-assurance, self-confidence, sureness, control, self-control, aplomb, calm, calmness, collectedness, composure, coolness, ease, easiness, equanimity, equilibrium, imperturbability, poise, repose, self-possession, tranquility, tranquilness

Related Entry: Fidgety (adjective)

Fidgety is a different word from Fidgetiness. The synonyms below are for fidgety, not for fidgetiness.

  1. making jerky or restless movements

    "I get too fidgety to sit after a few minutes in a waiting room"

    similar: antsy, squirmy, twitchy, wiggly, wriggly
    related: aflutter, fluttery, twittery, quaking, quivering, shaking, shivering, shivery, shuddering, trembling, anxious, dithery, edgy, het up, hung up, jittery, jumpy, nervous, nervy, perturbed, restive, tense, troubled, uneasy, unquiet, upset, uptight, worried
    opposite: motionless, still
    near: calm, collected, cool, easy, relaxed

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Fidgetiness

The most common words with a similar meaning to Fidgetiness:

edginess, fidgets, flightiness, jitteriness, jumpiness, restiveness, skittishness

Related Words for Fidgetiness

agita, agitation, anxiety, anxiousness, apprehension, apprehensiveness, disquiet, feverishness, franticness, freneticism, hand-wringing, perturbation, restlessness, trepidation, unease, uneasiness, upset, worry, nerves, tenseness, tension, butterflies, dither, heebie-jeebies, jimjams, jitters, shakes, shivers, willies

Near Antonyms of Fidgetiness

confidence, self-assurance, self-confidence, sureness, control, self-control, aplomb, calm, calmness, collectedness, composure, coolness, ease, easiness, equanimity, equilibrium, imperturbability, poise, repose, self-possession, tranquility, tranquilness

Word Forms of Fidgetiness

Derived words: fidgetiness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Fidgetiness

First known use: circa 1736

Frequently Asked Questions about Fidgetiness

What does "Fidgetiness" mean?

"Fidgetiness" means inclined to fidget. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: inclined to fidget.

What is another word for "Fidgetiness"?

Other words for "Fidgetiness" include edginess, fidgets, flightiness, jitteriness, jumpiness, restiveness and skittishness. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Fidgetiness" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Fidgetiness"?

There are 36 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Fidgetiness". Common alternatives include edginess, fidgets, flightiness, jitteriness, jumpiness, restiveness and skittishness.

How do you use "Fidgetiness" in a sentence?

Examples of "Fidgetiness" in a sentence: "she couldn't stay still before her speech, and by her fidgetiness you could tell that she absolutely dreads speaking in public".

Is "Fidgetiness" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Fidgetiness" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Fidgetiness"?

"Fidgetiness" is pronounced /ˈfi-jə-tē/ and divided into syllables as fidg·ety.

What is the origin of the word "Fidgetiness"?

First known use: circa 1736.

What is another word for "Fidgetiness" meaning "a state of nervousness marked by sudden jerky movements"?

When "Fidgetiness" (noun) means a state of nervousness marked by sudden jerky movements, synonyms include edginess, fidgets, flightiness, jitteriness, jumpiness and restiveness.