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Jerky
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Simple meaning
What does Jerky mean?
Jerky means moving in sudden, uneven motions.
Dictionary definition
Moving with sudden, uneven starts and stops; also a dried food made in strips.
Example sentences
Jerky in a sentence
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The old video looked jerky.
medium
The robot made a jerky movement across the floor.
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The word jerky can describe uneven motion, so context helps readers choose the right meaning.
Synonyms
Words like Jerky
unevenUse for movement that is not smooth.
jumpyUse for movement with sudden starts or stops.
Antonyms
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Word family
Jerky word family
Base word
jerky
noun
jerkiness
The quality of moving unevenly.
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Practice 1
What does jerky mean?
Jerky means moving in sudden, uneven motions.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses jerky correctly?
The correct sentence uses jerky in a natural English context.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to jerky?
Uneven is close in meaning to jerky in this context.
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