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skittish

The correct spelling is skittish.

How to pronounce skittish

/ˈskɪtɪʃ/
adjective

IPA: /ˈskɪtɪʃ/

Say it like: Ski-tti-sh

The correct spelling is skittish. Easily scared or startled; timid. For example: "The cat likes people he knows, but he is skittish around strangers."

Usage Examples

The cat likes people he knows, but he is skittish around strangers.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Easily scared or startled; timid.
  2. 2.Wanton; changeable; fickle
  3. 3.Difficult to manage; tricky.

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