Fidgety: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is used when someone can't sit still and keeps making small movements, often due to nervousness or impatience.

• The fidgety child couldn't focus on his homework.
• She felt fidgety waiting for the interview results.

Best used when someone is unable to relax or remain still, often due to being anxious, bored, or unable to sleep.

• He had a restless night thinking about the test.
• She felt restless during the long meeting.

Use this word when someone is feeling impatient or unable to wait for something. It's often used informally.

• He gets antsy when he has to wait in line for too long.
• I’m getting antsy about my upcoming trip.

This word is appropriate when someone is extremely nervous or anxious, often visibly shaken or trembling.

• She felt jittery before her big presentation.
• After drinking too much coffee, he felt jittery all morning.

Used to describe someone who is unable to sit still due to nervousness or boredom.

• He was so fidgety during the meeting that he couldn't stop tapping his foot.
• The child became fidgety after sitting in the car for too long.

Describes someone who is easily annoyed by delays or has a lack of patience.

• He grew impatient waiting for the doctor to arrive.
• She was too impatient to wait for the paint to dry.

Refers to a state of being disturbed, upset, or visibly anxious. Often used in more serious or intense situations.

• She was visibly agitated after receiving the bad news.
• During the argument, he became increasingly agitated.

Applies to someone who is unable to rest or relax, often due to worry or boredom.

• He had a restless night, worrying about the upcoming exam.
• The baby was restless and couldn't sleep.