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fussed

 

[ fʌst ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to worry excessively

To fuss means to show unnecessary concern or worry about something that may not be important. It often involves being overly picky or demanding in certain situations.

Synonyms

complain, fret, worry

Examples of usage

  • She fussed over the details of the invitation.
  • He always fusses about his appearance before going out.
  • Parents often fuss over their children's health.
Context #2 | Verb

to be particular

Fussed can also imply being overly concerned with minor details or having a fastidious attitude. It reflects a tendency to become agitated over trivial matters.

Synonyms

nitpick, scrutinize, tweak

Examples of usage

  • The chef fussed over the presentation of the dish.
  • She fussed at the children for making a mess.
  • Don't fuss about small things; just enjoy the moment.

Translations

Translations of the word "fussed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 preocupado

🇮🇳 घबड़ाया हुआ

🇩🇪 aufgeregt

🇮🇩 gelisah

🇺🇦 тривожний

🇵🇱 zmartwiony

🇯🇵 騒ぐ

🇫🇷 préoccupé

🇪🇸 preocupado

🇹🇷 endişeli

🇰🇷 걱정하는

🇸🇦 قلق

🇨🇿 znepokojený

🇸🇰 znepokojený

🇨🇳 烦躁

🇸🇮 zaskrbljen

🇮🇸 áhyggjufullur

🇰🇿 алаңдаған

🇬🇪 დაწვრილებული

🇦🇿 narahat

🇲🇽 preocupado

Etymology

The word 'fussed' originated in the early 19th century, evolving from the noun 'fuss' which meant an unnecessary excitement or great activity. The term is derived from the dialectal word 'fuss' which referred to the act of being fussy or to make a commotion. It is thought that the word's roots may trace back to the Middle English term 'fussen' which means to 'to fidget' or 'to behave nervously'. The usage of 'fussed' became common in English literature and conversation, indicating a standing cultural attitude towards being overly concerned with details or situations that would normally warrant less anxiety. Over time, it has maintained its place in the language, often being associated with maternal figures or attentive caregivers, exemplifying the human tendency to worry about wellbeing and perfection.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,204, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.