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Fisty Meaning in English

word

ˈfɪsti
FIS-tee
ˈfɪsti
FIS-tee

Definition

Describes someone who likes to fight or is quick to get into physical arguments; aggressive or ready to punch.

Usage & Nuances

'Fisty' is informal and rare, mostly used to describe someone eager to throw punches or get into fights. Sometimes appears as 'fisty kid' or 'getting fisty'. Not the same as 'fisty-cuffs' (which means boxing/fighting). Rare in modern usage and may sound playful or humorous.

Example Sentences

He can be very fisty when he gets angry.

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The fisty boy started another fight at school.

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Don't get all fisty over a game.

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Josh gets a bit fisty after a couple of beers.

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You don't need to act so fisty—we're just talking.

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Things got a little fisty at the party last night.

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