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Fractiously: meaning, definitions and examples

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fractiously

 

[ ˈfrækʃəsli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

mood, behavior

Fractiously describes a manner of being irritable or quarrelsome, often used to characterize individuals or groups that are prone to arguments and conflicts. This word conveys a sense of petulance and restlessness.

Synonyms

irritably, petulantly, quarrelsomely

Examples of usage

  • The fractiously debated issue divided the committee.
  • He spoke fractiously about the latest changes in policy.
  • The fractiously assembled crowd began to shout.
  • Her fractiously impatient nature made the negotiations difficult.

Translations

Translations of the word "fractiously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irritadiço

🇮🇳 चिड़चिड़ा

🇩🇪 reizbar

🇮🇩 mendongkol

🇺🇦 роздратовано

🇵🇱 drażliwie

🇯🇵 いらいらした

🇫🇷 irritable

🇪🇸 irritable

🇹🇷 tartışmacı

🇰🇷 까다로운

🇸🇦 عصبي

🇨🇿 nervózní

🇸🇰 nerozvážny

🇨🇳 易怒的

🇸🇮 razdražljiv

🇮🇸 pirrandi

🇰🇿 ашуланшақ

🇬🇪 დაღლილი

🇦🇿 qıcıq

🇲🇽 irritable

Etymology

The word 'fractiously' derives from the adjective 'fractious', which has its origins in the early 19th century. The adjective itself comes from the Latin word 'fractiosus', which means 'breaking' or 'shattering'. This term is rooted in 'frangere', meaning 'to break'. The transition to the adverb form involves the addition of the suffix '-ly', which is commonly used in English to transform adjectives into adverbs, signifying the manner in which an action is performed. Initially describing a rebellious or unruly temperament, the meaning evolved to encompass a more general irritability and conflict-proneness, applicable to individuals and groups alike.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,206, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.