The difference between Fidgety and Restive

When used as adjectives, fidgety means having, or pertaining to, a tendency to fidget, whereas restive means impatient under delay, duress, or control.

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  1. Fidgety as an adjective:

    Having, or pertaining to, a tendency to fidget.

    Examples:

    "Her mother hated taking her on the plane because she would become fidgety and bother her neighbours."

  1. Restive as an adjective:

    Impatient under delay, duress, or control.

  2. Restive as an adjective:

    Resistant to control; stubborn.

  3. Restive as an adjective:

    Refusing to move, especially in a forward direction.

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