jerky
adjectiveHow many syllables in jerky?
There are 2 syllables in the word jerky.How to pronounce jerky:
Definition of jerky:
- jerky (adjective):
- having or revealing stupidity.
- having an irregular jolting motion
- moving along with or marked by fits and starts
Synonyms for jerky:
anserine
bouncy
bumpy
choppy
convulsive
dopey
dopy
erratic
fitful
gooselike
goosey
goosy
herky-jerky
irregular
jolting
jouncy
jumpy
rough
shaky
spasmodic
spastic
stupid
tremulous
twitchy
uncontrolled
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Antonyms for jerky:
agreeable
comfortable
compatible
congenial
flowing
fluid
frictionless
gliding
harmonious
kindred
smooth
united
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