Fretful
[fret-fuh l] /ˈfrɛt fəl/
adjective
1.
disposed or quick to ; irritable or peevish.
/ˈfrɛtfʊl/
adjective
1.
peevish, irritable, or upset
adj.
1590s, from fret (v.) + -ful. Related: Fretfully.
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