Synonyms of ruffled

ruffled

verb

past tense of ruffle

as in annoyed

to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts

the stream of minor complaints finally ruffled him into snapping, "If you don't like the way I'm doing it, do it yourself!"

Synonyms & Similar Words

• annoyed
• irritated
• bothered
• bugged
• persecuted
• got
• aggravated
• nettled
• frosted
• exasperated
• riled
• irked
• angered
• infuriated
• vexed
• grated
• chafed
• worried
• itched
• ate
• burned (up)
• got to
• teased
• griped
• wore on
• galled
• rasped
• peeved
• piqued
• put out
• hacked (off)
• provoked
• insulted
• narked
• plagued
• upset
• stuck in one's craw
• spited
• rubbed the wrong way
• got on one's nerves
• got one's goat
• offended
• harassed
• set one's teeth on edge
• enraged
• roused
• distressed
• agitated
• perturbed
• inflamed
• hassled
• rankled
• nagged
• unsettled
• antagonized
• heckled
• disquieted
• incensed
• harried
• badgered
• roiled
• deviled
• affronted
• maddened
• pestered
• discomposed
• miffed
• bullyragged
• baited
• fretted
• unhinged
• outraged
• freaked (out)
• discomforted
• hagrode
• exercised
• undid

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• obliged
• mollified
• appeased
• pacified
• pleased
• delighted
• satisfied
• gratified
• placated
• assured
• conciliated
• contented
• propitiated
• reassured
• soothed
• cheered
• comforted
• consoled
• quieted
• gladdened
• solaced

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ruffled

The flippy ruffled hem alone sets it apart, while a flattering drop waist adds to its airy silhouette. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026

For example, style a red and white Madewell ruffled polka-dot top with blue denim shorts and a pair of strappy red sandals for the Fourth, and then rewear it with red satin pants and white kitten heels for a summer date night. — ABC News, 3 June 2026

Multiple reports have emerged claiming Hardy's alleged tardiness on set has ruffled feathers with the cast and crew, with one report asserting he was fired from the show. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 28 May 2026

That decision has reportedly ruffled Melania’s feathers, according to astrology expert Tracy Higgs. — Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 25 May 2026

The factors that ruffled prospective investors in 2024 seem, for now, far in the rearview mirror. — Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 15 May 2026

Liu, of course was among the everybodies who are anybodies — and Jeff Bezos — at last week’s Met Gala, wowing the paparazzi in a burgundy red ruffled Vuitton dress. — Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 13 May 2026

Fruit Punch® Dianthus This ruffled perennial dianthus makes for a striking addition to your Mother’s Day bouquet. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2026

Before that, the Rockies — who beat the Dodgers twice in 13 meetings all of last season — chased starter Roki Sasaki from the game in the fifth inning and then ruffled the Dodgers’ relievers. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026