
Fluster
Social Situations
Use 'fluster' to describe someone's reaction to embarrassing or unexpected social interactions.
He was flustered when he couldn't remember her name.
Temporary State
'Fluster' generally implies a temporary loss of composure, not a lasting trait.
She was flustered during the interview but later relaxed.
Sudden Change
The word 'fluster' suggests a quick shift from calm to nervous due to a specific event or pressure.
The pop quiz flustered the entire class.
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