Ruffled Meaning
/rˈʌfəld/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
verbsimple past and past participle of ruffle
adjHaving ruffles.
"It would have slid easily across the floor if not for the ruffled undersurface causing friction."
adjPuffed up like a bird's feathers.
adjBothered.
Sentence Examples
You sure ruffled her feathers with that anti-feminist joke.
Tom's comments ruffled a few feathers.
The wind ruffled Rima's hair and messed up her hairstyle.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The strict teacher was deeply ____ by the student's rude comments during class.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The swan's feathers were ____ by the strong wind blowing across the lake.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The strict teacher was deeply ____ by the student's rude comments during class.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The swan's feathers were ____ by the strong wind blowing across the lake.