fidget

[ˈfɪdʒɪt]

fidget Definition

• 1. make small movements, especially of the hands and feet, through nervousness or impatience
• 2. a person who fidgets

Using fidget: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fidget" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She fidgeted with her hair nervously during the interview.

• Example

  The child couldn't stop fidgeting in his seat.

• Example

  He's always been a fidget since he was a kid.

fidget Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fidget

• twist
• jiggle
• shuffle
• squirm
• wriggle

Antonyms for fidget

• calm
• still

Phrases with fidget

• fidget spinner

  a small toy designed to be spun between the fingers, relieving stress and anxiety

  Example

  He bought a fidget spinner to help him focus during work.

• fidget blanket

  a sensory blanket designed to provide tactile stimulation for people with dementia, Alzheimer's, or autism

  Example

  The nursing home provided fidget blankets for the residents with dementia.

• fidget cube

  a small toy designed to keep hands busy and relieve stress and anxiety

  Example

  She found the fidget cube helpful during long meetings.

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Summary: fidget in Brief

'Fidget' [ˈfɪdʒɪt] is a verb and noun that refers to making small movements, especially of the hands and feet, due to nervousness or impatience. It can also refer to a person who fidgets. Examples include 'She fidgeted with her hair nervously during the interview.' and 'The child couldn't stop fidgeting in his seat.' 'Fidget' extends into phrases like 'fidget spinner,' a small toy designed to relieve stress and anxiety, and 'fidget blanket,' a sensory blanket designed to provide tactile stimulation for people with dementia, Alzheimer's, or autism.