Skittishness
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Skittishness is a noun meaning The property of being skittish.
Meaning
The property of being skittish.
Example Sentences
While the California economy maintains its powerhouse status[…] the state’s most-powerful sectors[…]have struggled to keep their footing, pummeled by high interest rates, investor skittishness, labor strife and other turmoil.
Synonyms for skittishness
Depending on context, synonyms include restiveness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include restiveness, skiddiness, startfulness, timidness, squickiness, scattiness.
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