Definitions
- Describing a sensation of tickling or itching on the skin. - Referring to a playful or teasing action, often involving tickling. - Talking about a feeling of unease or discomfort, especially in a social situation.
- Referring to small, restless movements, often due to boredom or nervousness. - Describing a person who cannot sit still or stay focused for long periods of time. - Talking about a habit of playing with objects or touching one's hair or face.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve physical movements.
- 2Both can be involuntary or intentional.
- 3Both can be caused by discomfort or unease.
- 4Both can be associated with nervousness or anxiety.
- 5Both can be distracting to others.
What is the difference?
- 1Type of movement: Kittle involves a sensation of tickling or teasing, while fidget involves small, restless movements.
- 2Cause: Kittle is often caused by an external stimulus, while fidget is often caused by internal restlessness or boredom.
- 3Intensity: Kittle can be intense and overwhelming, while fidget is usually mild and repetitive.
- 4Duration: Kittle is usually brief and temporary, while fidget can last for longer periods of time.
- 5Social connotation: Kittle can be seen as playful or teasing, while fidget can be seen as annoying or distracting.
Remember this!
Kittle and fidget are both words that describe physical movements, but they differ in their type, cause, intensity, duration, and social connotation. Kittle refers to a tickling sensation or teasing action, while fidget refers to small, restless movements often caused by boredom or nervousness. While kittle can be playful, fidget can be seen as annoying or distracting.
