Fluttery

Pronunciation: /ˈflʌtəri/

Definitions of fluttery

adjective characterized by fluttering or light and quick movements

Example Sentences

A1 The butterfly has fluttery wings.

A2 She felt a fluttery sensation in her stomach before going on stage.

B1 The curtains in the room were made of a light, fluttery fabric.

B2 The sound of the fluttery leaves in the wind was calming.

C1 Her fluttery heartbeat indicated her nervousness before the big presentation.

C2 The dancer moved with a graceful and fluttery style that captivated the audience.

Examples of fluttery in a Sentence

formal The butterfly's wings were delicate and fluttery as it landed on the flower.

informal She felt a fluttery sensation in her stomach when she saw him walk into the room.

slang My heart gets all fluttery whenever I see my crush.

figurative The excitement in the room was so intense, it felt like a fluttery energy was buzzing around.

Grammatical Forms of fluttery

• past tense: fluttered
• plural: flutteries
• comparative: more fluttery
• superlative: most fluttery
• present tense: flutters
• future tense: will flutter
• perfect tense: has fluttered
• continuous tense: is fluttering
• singular: fluttery
• positive degree: fluttery
• infinitive: to flutter
• gerund: fluttering
• participle: fluttered

Origin and Evolution of fluttery

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'fluttery' originated from the Middle English word 'flotery', derived from the Old English word 'floterian' meaning to float or flutter.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'fluttery' has retained its meaning of being light and flitting, often associated with the movement of butterflies or leaves in the wind.