1. to disturb the smoothness or evenness of something
2. to upset or irritate someone

1. a strip of gathered or pleated fabric used as decoration
2. a disturbance or disruption

Examples

• The wind ruffled the surface of the lake.
• She ruffled his hair affectionately.
• Don’t let his comments ruffle you.
• Nothing seemed to ruffle her calm demeanor.
• The dress had delicate ruffles around the collar.
• Her skirt was decorated with layers of ruffles.
• There was barely a ruffle in the otherwise smooth negotiations.
• The announcement caused quite a ruffle among the staff.