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fretful
adjective fret·ful \ˈfret-fəl\
: upset and worried
: not relaxing or restful
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First Known Use of FRETFUL
1594
FRETFUL Defined for Kids
fretful
adjective fret·ful \ˈfret-fəl\
Definition of FRETFUL for Kids
: irritated and worried <a fretful passenger>
— fret·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
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