Gliffy

/ˈɡlɪfi/ adjective

Definition

Inclined to give or cause startles or frights; nervous or easily frightened (Scottish/Northern English dialect).

Etymology

From 'gliff' plus the adjectival suffix '-y,' following the pattern of creating descriptive adjectives from nouns.

Kelly Says

Gliffy describes that personality type—someone who's constantly startled by small things, who jumps at shadows—a useful single word for a very relatable human experience.

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