Squirmy
(adjective)
Having a tendency to squirm or wriggle; restless and difficult to keep still.
Origin:
Mid 19th century, from squirm + -y.
Examples:
- The squirmy child was difficult to keep seated during the long car ride.
- The squirmy worm was hard to hold onto while fishing.
- The squirmy puppy kept wriggling out of its owner's arms.
- The squirmy student was fidgeting in their seat during the lecture.
- The squirmy snake slithered away as soon as it was released from the box.