Skittish Definition & Meaning
skittish
- adjective
- unpredictably excitable (especially of horses)
"Skittish" in song lyrics
See how skittish is used in real songs:
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"Never take the Chex Mix cause you always get skittish"
The Lonely Island f/ Norah Jones — Dreamgirl
Words that rhyme with skittish
Usage tips for "skittish"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does skittish mean?
- unpredictably excitable (especially of horses)
- What part of speech is skittish?
- Skittish is an adjective.