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Definition of fluster

fluster

/ˈflʌs.tɚ/
flus · ter
Plural:flusters
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Adjective:flustered
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Past Simple:flustered
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Past Participle:flustered
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Present Participle:flustering
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fluster Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To make someone agitated, confused, or nervous, especially by hurrying or interrupting them.

Example

"The unexpected question from the audience did not fluster the experienced speaker."

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• noun

1

A state of nervous agitation, confusion, or hurried excitement.

Example

"She was in such a fluster before the interview that she nearly forgot her portfolio."

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• Rhymes for fluster

• Nearby Words

flushable
flusher
flushing
fluster
flustered
flustery
flute

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the early 15th century with the sense 'to excite or make tipsy with drink,' likely of Scandinavian origin and related to Icelandic flaustr ('bustle, hurry').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fluster. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fluster
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