jumpy meaning

UK US /ˈdʒʌmpi/ 2 syllables

jumpy (adjective): being in a tense state.

jumpy has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

jumpy as an adjective

  1. being in a tense state

    Synonyms: edgy, high-strung, highly strung, jittery, nervy, overstrung, restive, uptight

    Similar: tense

    Related forms: jumpiness

  2. causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements
    • a rough ride

    Synonyms: rough, rocky, bumpy, jolty, jolting

    Related forms: jump

How to pronounce jumpy

jumpy is pronounced /ˈdʒʌmpi/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with jumpy

Word lists: words starting with JU · words ending in PY · 5-letter words

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