twitchety

/ˈtwɪtʃi/

Definitions

1. adjective

easily excited or irritated; prone to sudden, uncontrolled movements

“The twitchy child couldn’t sit still during the long lecture.”

2. adjective

unsteady or unstable

“The old ladder was a bit twitchy, so we had to be careful not to slip.”

Synonyms

  • fidgety
  • jumpy
  • restless

Antonyms

  • calm
  • stable