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Flibbertigibbet
Definition
Noun: A frivolous, flighty, or overly talkative person—often someone who can’t stay serious or focused for long.
Origin
The word dates back to 16th-century England.
It likely comes from a nonsense or onomatopoeic phrase meant to imitate chattering or idle talk (“flibber-flabber”).
Historically, flibbertigibbet was also used as the name of a demon or imp in medieval folklore, symbolizing mischief and restless behavior. One famous early appearance is in Shakespeare’s King Lear, where “Flibbertigibbet” is mentioned as a fiend.
Example Sentence
Everyone loved Clara’s enthusiasm, but during meetings she could be a bit of a flibbertigibbet, jumping from topic to topic without warning.
