Meaning Of The Word Skittish

Real Dictionary

What's the definition of Skittish? Find Skittish meanings, definitions and more at the Real Dictionary online.

Skittish Meaning

Skittish Definition
Skittish Definition

What's The Definition Of Skittish?

skittish
adjective: If you describe a person or animal as skittish, you mean they are easily made frightened or excited.
adjective: Someone who is skittish does not concentrate on anything or take life very seriously.

skittish in American English
lively or playful, esp. in a coy manner
adjective: apt to start or shy

skittish in British English
adjective: playful, lively, or frivolous

More Definitions

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

Definitions Of The Day

  • Latiseptate ‐ adjective: having broad…
  • Love set ‐ a set in which the loser wins no games; noun:…
  • Beyond one's depth ‐ in water deeper than…
  • Componentry ‐ noun: the components of a machine, vehicle, electronic…
  • Foodism ‐ noun: enthusiasm for and interest in the preparation…
  • -chroic ‐ combining form
  • Smelly ‐ having an unpleasant smell; adjective: emitting…
  • Cabezon ‐ the largest fish (Scorpaenichthys marmoratus)…
  • Low technology ‐ noun: any technology utilizing equipment and production…
  • Show pony ‐ noun: a person who tries to be the centre of attention…