Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

in a lather

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 2.72 in modern English

Syllables: in- a lather
IPA

12

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

2

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

In a state of nervousness or anxiety; agitated.

Example Sentences

"She was in a lather because she couldn't find her passport."
"Don't get yourself into a lather about anything that idiot says. It's not worth it!"

Questions

What does in a lather mean?: In a state of nervousness or anxiety; agitated.

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