1
: affected by a loss of calmness or composure
… he is reserved and gracious, though gets a bit ruffled when asked about things he considers too personal …—
Rhonda Shafner
Rhonda Shafner"He never got upset, never got ruffled," Colonel William Peoples, one of his former commanders, recalls.—Barry Werth
Barry Werth2
a
: adorned or trimmed with ruffles
They begin with a fiesta of old-time flamenco style in old-time heavy, ruffled costumes.—Elizabeth Zimmer
Elizabeth ZimmerBut she had lost some of Todd's starchy look, and the tank top and shorts she was wearing suited her better than the ruffled things she'd favored as a child.—Deborah Eisenberg
Deborah Eisenberg
b(1)
of a plant
: having flowers or leaves with wavy edges
ruffled gladiolas
(2)
of a flower, petal, or leaf
: having wavy edges
ruffled rose petals
ruffled kale leaves
Moss rose (Portulaca grandifolia) loves the sun and is a tough beauty with satiny, ruffled flowers and a drought-resistant nature.—Irene Virag
Irene Virag
c
of a bird
: having the feathers erected in or like a ruff see ruff entry 2 sense 2
a ruffled owl
Examples of ruffled in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
For the big event, the actress wore a semi-sheer dusty blue gown with a ruffled cape.
—Raven Brunner, Peoplemag, 19 May 2024
From lightweight, ruffled shorts that double as a skirt to shorts with crisp pleats and double-breasted buttons, start revamping your summer wardrobe, with prices starting at just $12.
—Euna Park, Southern Living, 19 May 2024
The cami top has a straight neck, spaghetti straps, and a ruffled hem, while the bikini bottoms have ruffles along the leg openings.
—Olivia Campbell, Parents, 13 May 2024
Keoghan wore an olive velvet Burberry velvet jacket, waistcoat and trousers and a ruffled silk poplin shirt.
—Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024
The original gown was inspired by the ruffled dresses worn by flamenco dancers, a nod to Balenciaga’s Spanish heritage.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 May 2024
Diana Ross, 1981 Fairchild Archive/Penske Media/Getty Images Legendary singer Diana Ross delivered her signature glamour in 1981 with a ruffled tulle gown trimmed with feathers.
—Cady Lang, TIME, 3 May 2024
Sizes: 0–16 | Colors: 2 | Materials: 96% polyester, 4% spandex
Eliza J Ruffle Neck Jumpsuit
$148
The Eliza J Ruffle Neck Jumpsuit features trouser-style bottoms with a ruffled V-neckline for added flair.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 18 Apr. 2024
Featuring a wrap fixture alongside a breezy, ruffled skirt, this bohemian number is a dream to wear while quickly running errands, heading out on a walking tour, or even meeting a friend for a nice lunch.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2024
Raven Brunner, Peoplemag, 19 May 2024
From lightweight, ruffled shorts that double as a skirt to shorts with crisp pleats and double-breasted buttons, start revamping your summer wardrobe, with prices starting at just $12.
—Euna Park, Southern Living, 19 May 2024
The cami top has a straight neck, spaghetti straps, and a ruffled hem, while the bikini bottoms have ruffles along the leg openings.
—Olivia Campbell, Parents, 13 May 2024
Keoghan wore an olive velvet Burberry velvet jacket, waistcoat and trousers and a ruffled silk poplin shirt.
—Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024
The original gown was inspired by the ruffled dresses worn by flamenco dancers, a nod to Balenciaga’s Spanish heritage.
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 May 2024
Diana Ross, 1981 Fairchild Archive/Penske Media/Getty Images Legendary singer Diana Ross delivered her signature glamour in 1981 with a ruffled tulle gown trimmed with feathers.
—Cady Lang, TIME, 3 May 2024
Sizes: 0–16 | Colors: 2 | Materials: 96% polyester, 4% spandex
Eliza J Ruffle Neck Jumpsuit
$148
The Eliza J Ruffle Neck Jumpsuit features trouser-style bottoms with a ruffled V-neckline for added flair.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 18 Apr. 2024
Featuring a wrap fixture alongside a breezy, ruffled skirt, this bohemian number is a dream to wear while quickly running errands, heading out on a walking tour, or even meeting a friend for a nice lunch.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2024
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“Ruffled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ruffled. Accessed 28 May. 2024.
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