fluster
[ fluhs-ter ]
/ ˈflʌs tər /
verb (used with object)
to put into a state of agitated confusion: His constant criticism flustered me.
to excite and confuse with drink.
verb (used without object)
to become agitatedly confused.
noun
nervous excitement or confusion.
Origin of fluster
SYNONYMS FOR fluster
OTHER WORDS FROM fluster
un·flus·tered, adjectiveWords nearby fluster
flush right,
flush-decked,
flushing,
flushometer,
flushwork,
fluster,
flustrated,
flute,
fluted,
fluter,
flutey
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British Dictionary definitions for flustered
fluster
/ (ˈflʌstə) /
verb
to make or become confused, nervous, or upset
noun
a state of confusion or agitation
Word Origin for fluster
C15: probably of Scandinavian origin; compare Icelandic
flaustr to hurry,
flaustra to bustle