Ruffle

usgb/ˈrʌfl/
verb

To make (something) lose its smooth appearance or shape.

She ruffled her dress before the party.
Visual representation of "ruffle" - To make (something) lose its smooth appearance or shape

Often appears as...

  • ruffle someone's hair
  • ruffle feathers
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Visual disruption

Used to describe when an object's smooth line or surface becomes uneven or messy.

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The wind ruffled the tablecloth, creating waves in the fabric.
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Intentional action

Implies purposefully creating a disordered look for style or effect.

Illustration for Intentional action
She ruffled the pages of her notebook to suggest it was frequently used.
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