Fretful and Fussy

Fretful

Fretful adjective - Nervous and unable to relax.
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Fussy and fretful are semantically related in whining topic. In some cases you can use "Fussy" instead an adjective "Fretful".

Nearby Words: fret, fretfully

Fussy

Fussy adjective - Given to complaining a lot.
Usage example: predictably, the kids riding in the back were fussy passengers, always asking “Are we there yet?”

Fretful and fussy are semantically related in meticulous topic. Sometimes you can use "Fretful" instead an adjective "Fussy", if it concerns topics such as whining.

Nearby Words: fuss, fussed, fussily, fussing
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