AFLUTTER

aflutter, nervous

(adjective) excited in anticipation

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

aflutter (comparative more aflutter, superlative most aflutter)

(postpositive) In a state of tremulous anticipation or confusion.

Source: Wiktionary


A*flut"ter, adv. & a. Etym: [Pref. a- + flutter.]

Definition: In a flutter; agitated.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

4 June 2025

LEND

(verb) bestow a quality on; “Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company”; “The music added a lot to the play”; “She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings”; “This adds a light note to the program”


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