Ruffled: meaning, definitions and examples

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ruffled

[ ˈrʌfəld ]

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feeling

To disturb the smoothness or tranquility of

Synonyms

agitate, disrupt, disturb

Examples of usage

The unexpected noise ruffled her concentration.
His harsh words ruffled her feathers.

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appearance

To create a wavy or uneven surface

Synonyms

crease, rumple, wrinkle

Examples of usage

The wind ruffled the surface of the water.
Her dress was ruffled at the hem.

Translations

Translations of the word "ruffled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ondulado

🇮🇳 झुका हुआ

🇩🇪 gerüscht

🇮🇩 kerut

🇺🇦 зморщений

🇵🇱 pofałdowany

🇯🇵 しわくちゃ

🇫🇷 plissé

🇪🇸 arrugado

🇹🇷 buruşuk

🇰🇷 주름진

🇸🇦 مجعد

🇨🇿 zmačkaný

🇸🇰 zmačkaný

🇨🇳 皱褶的

🇸🇮 naguban

🇮🇸 krumpaður

🇰🇿 мыжылған

🇬🇪 ნაოჭიანი

🇦🇿 buruşmuş

🇲🇽 arrugado

Word origin

The word 'ruffled' originated from the Middle English word 'rufle', which means to wrinkle or roughen. It has been used since the 14th century to describe the action of disturbing the smoothness or tranquility of something. Over time, 'ruffled' has also come to be associated with creating a wavy or uneven surface, adding a decorative or textured effect. The word has evolved to represent both physical and emotional disruption, capturing the essence of agitation and disarray.