flappish

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English

Etymology

From flap +‎ -ish.

Adjective

flappish (comparative more flappish, superlative most flappish)

  1. (informal) In, or tending to be in, a chaotically upset temper.
    • 2013, Dick Donaghue, Crash and other Stories:
      Even though Susan thought her somewhat flappish at times, behind all her theatrics, she was a sound friend.
    • 2020, Addison Cain, Swallow it Down:
      Irritated and a bit flappish, Joan added, “Just... adapt... and pay attention.”