Definition of the word fractious

Definition of the word fractious

Pronunciation of vocabulary fractious

fractiousadjective
sự khó chịu
/ˈfrækʃəs//ˈfrækʃəs/

Origin of the word fractious

The word "fractious" has its roots in the 14th century Latin word "fractus," meaning "broken" or "fractional." It was borrowed into Middle English as "fractious" and initially referred to something that was broken or divided into small pieces. Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to describe a person or thing that is apt to cause trouble or disturbance, often in a sudden and unpredictable way. This sense of the word is likely derived from the idea of something being "broken" or shattered, and is often used to describe someone who is argumentative, contentious, or prone to outbursts.

Vocabulary summary fractious

type adjective

meaning stubborn

example a fractious boy

meaning grumpy, irritable; cranky

Example of vocabulary fractiousnamespace

easily upset, especially by small things

dễ khó chịu, đặc biệt là bởi những điều nhỏ nhặt

Children often get fractious and tearful when tired.
Trẻ thường quấy khóc, khóc lóc khi mệt mỏi.
The children became increasingly fractious as the car journey grew longer and they ran out of snacks.
Những đứa trẻ ngày càng trở nên khó bảo khi hành trình trên ô tô ngày càng dài hơn và chúng hết đồ ăn nhẹ.
The fractious crowd grew restless as the speaker failed to address their grievances.
Đám đông bất đồng ngày càng trở nên bồn chồn khi diễn giả không giải quyết được những bất bình của họ.
The fractious pet repeatedly meowed and yowled throughout the night, keeping everyone in the house awake.
Con vật cưng khó bảo này liên tục kêu meo meo suốt đêm, khiến mọi người trong nhà mất ngủ.
The fractious student caused disruption in the classroom by refusing to complete their assignments.
Học sinh bướng bỉnh này đã gây mất trật tự trong lớp học khi từ chối hoàn thành bài tập.