Fractious
[FRAK-shuss]
Hint 1.
The Latin frangere means “to break in pieces, shatter, fracture.” & The suffix -ous indicates “full of, possessing.”
Hint 2. Example sentence:
“You’re lucky you went home when you did; the group got fractious after you left.”
What is the best definition of fractious?
A.
Unpredictable in nature
B.
In violation of law or custom
C.
Likely to have adverse consequences
D.
Argumentative or difficult to manage
Hint 1.
The Latin frangere means “to break in pieces, shatter, fracture.” & The suffix -ous indicates “full of, possessing.”
Hint 2. Example sentence:
“You’re lucky you went home when you did; the group got fractious after you left.”
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