flustered
Say it: FLUS-tud /ˈflʌstɚd/ · adjective
What “flustered” means
Nervous and confused when things happen too quickly.
More precisely: Agitated and confused, especially under pressure.
Example: “The flustered waiter mixed up three orders during the lunch rush.”
When to use it
Use it when pressure makes someone muddled, embarrassed or unable to think clearly. It is common in everyday conversation.
Similar words
rattled, frazzled, unsettled
Quick check
During a presentation, an unexpected question makes you lose your place and muddle your words. How do you feel?
frazzled or flustered?
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flustered
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