What is another word for Flurried?

Pronunciation: [flˈʌɹɪd] (IPA)

Flurried is an adjective which means to be in a state of nervousness or confusion. Some synonyms for the word flurried include agitated, jittery, jumpy, nervous, and restless. These words can be used interchangeably when describing someone who is overwhelmed or anxious. Another synonym for flurried could be frantic, which suggests someone is in a state of frenzied activity, often due to fear or desperation. Other synonyms for flurried include discomposed, flustered, perturbed, and ruffled. All these words have similar connotations and can be used to describe a person who is experiencing a rush of emotions or is in a state of disarray.

What are the hypernyms for Flurried?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Flurried

Jack was a little surprised at being drawn aside by her ladyship, but was not to be Flurried by such an honour: he was still more surprised by the nature of her communication, and by this first intelligence of an affair which had been passing under his eye.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
The parson is more busy than common just now, being a little Flurried by an advertisement of a work, said to be preparing for the press, on the mythology of the middle ages.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
Well, they must understand that I will not be hurried and Flurried-I say I will not be hurried and Flurried.
"Prince Fortunatus"
William Black

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