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skittish

adjective

/ˈskɪtɪʃ/

Meaning

easily frightened or nervous; unpredictable

The horse was too skittish to ride.

nervous, jumpy, restless, excitable, unpredictable

calm, steady

skittish horse, skittish investor, skittish behavior

Too extreme to bear; intolerable.

not permanent; lasting for a limited time

Failing to give proper care or attention.

having or showing an ability to notice and understand things clearly; shrewd

Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way.

clearly noticeable or significant