ruffled

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb stir up (water) so as to form ripples
  2. verb trouble or vex
  3. verb to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others

Synonyms

ripple, ruffle, riffle, cockle, undulate

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