Etymology:
Meaning and Origin:
"Fractious" means "irritable, quarrelsome, or unruly." The word has been used in English since the late 14th century and comes from the Latin word "fractiōsus," which means "quarrelsome." This Latin word is derived from the verb "frangere," which means "to break." The idea behind "fractious" is that someone who is easily irritated or upset is like a broken object that is easily fractured.
Examples of Usage:
"The child was fractious and would not stop crying." "The meeting was particularly fractious, with both sides interrupting each other constantly." "The horse was fractious and difficult to ride."
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