squirmy

adjective

Definition of squirmynext
as in wiggly
making jerky or restless movements a squirmy baby

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for squirmy
  1. fidgety
  2. twitchy
  3. upset
  4. worried
  5. nervous
  6. anxious
  7. antsy
Adjective
  • Many young children will be fidgety sitting at a desk for a long period of time, so this can help.
    ​Wendy Wisner, Parents, 25 July 2024
  • Karinchak, who is notoriously fidgety on the mound, was charged with a ball on an 0-2 count to the Mariners’ J.P. Crawford.
    Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 2 Apr. 2023
Definition of fidgety
Adjective
  • Josh’s gentle teasing causes Diane’s brain to explode, and Grande plays her twitchy mix of anxiety and aggression to perfection.
    Joe Berkowitz, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2024
  • His delivery, as a Mustard beat that feels like a futuristic L.A. drumline, powers a twitchy chorus that will, undoubtedly, be shouted on dancefloors everywhere.
    Peter A. Berry, Variety, 24 Nov. 2024
Definition of twitchy
Adjective
  • Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin was still upset and tweeting about Ole Miss’ exclusion as of Sunday afternoon.
    Chris Vannini, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Now the Eras Tour is ending, many are understandably upset that this sense of camaraderie is coming to a close.
    Callum Booth, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of upset
Adjective
  • Still, some residents are worried about the drones.
    Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Lawmakers in New Jersey and beyond grew worried Friday about the now-regular spotting of drones over the state, with officials calling for answers and more transparency from federal agencies.
    The Hill, The Hill, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of worried
Adjective
  • Tyler Hines did such an amazing job of being a mentor this season, and a supporter for all of us nervous guys in the middle of a competition.
    Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Read more Auto giants are getting nervous about the prospect of mega fines as EV demand falters ‘Europe’s Detroit’ built a thriving car industry.
    Sam Meredith, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of nervous
Adjective
  • Farmers are anxious about the loss of farmland, and the Manx National Farmers’ Union has opposed plans elsewhere to convert agricultural land to rainforest.
    Christine Ro, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
  • This promise has left people in the area anxious about the deep impact new workplace raids could have on the community's psyche and the economy.
    Sergio Martínez-Beltrán, NPR, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of anxious
Adjective
  • Sonos Premium Surround Set with Arc Ultra $1,897 $1,717 Sonos Sonos 2 Room Set with Era 100 $498 $469 Sonos Target Between Deals of the Day and Target Circle deals, there’s a lot to keep antsy shoppers busy before Black Friday, including lots of sales on appliances and audio devices.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024
  • The idea is to spend hours and hours around the table, enjoying lunch or dinner without worrying about antsy children or impatient waiters.
    Ann Abel, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024
Definition of antsy
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Thesaurus Entries Near squirmy

squirms

squirmy

squirrel (away)

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