ruffled

[ruhf-uhld]

adjective

1. (of apparel) having ruffles.

2. disturbed, vexed, or irritated.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ruffled¹

First recorded in 1600–10; ruffle ¹ + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Another claim by the state department of archaeology that has ruffled feathers is that the graffiti found on artefacts in Keeladi is similar to that found in the Indus Valley sites.

From BBC

Dressed in a matching polka dot tank top and ruffled skirt with blue chunky heeled boots and a mini purse, Mattel’s newest Barbie may look like previous dolls at first glance.

From Los Angeles Times

This isn’t the first time Carpenter has ruffled some feathers.

From Los Angeles Times

"It's like many, many thousands of rotating, glinting ruffled potato chips."

From Salon

In 2022, Jackson ruffled feathers when he told the Los Angeles Times that he was “not doing statue-chasing movies” and would “rather be Nick Fury.”

From Salon

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• tense 
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