Cool MateMeaning of Jumpy
Easily startled or anxious; moving with quick, sudden movements.
In simple words: Moving quickly and suddenly; nervous or anxious.
Jumpy in a sentence
- She feels jumpy after watching a horror movie last night.
- The dog was jumpy every time it heard thunder.
- I always get jumpy when I have to speak in public.
- After the unexpected news, he became quite jumpy and restless.
- The kid was jumpy around the loud fireworks at the festival.
How to use Jumpy
Commonly used to describe someone who is easily startled or anxious. Avoid in formal writing. Suitable in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of a 'jumping' person who's nervous or startled by loud sounds.
Related words
Collocations with Jumpy
- jumpy nerves
- jumpy behavior
- feel jumpy
- become jumpy
- jumpy energy
Common mistakes with Jumpy
- Confused with 'jumpy' vs 'bumpy' - both relate to movement but have different meanings.
- Using 'jumpy' to describe a steady person - it's only for anxious or startled behavior.
- Incorrectly using 'jumpy' as a noun. It should only be an adjective.
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Jumpy in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
متوتر / قلق / سريع الانفعال
يتحرك بسرعة وبشكل مفاجئ؛ عصبي أو قلق.
- Bengaliবাংলা
চঞ্চল
দ্রুত এবং হঠাৎ নড়াচড়া করা; নার্ভাস বা উদ্বিগ্ন।
- GermanDeutsch
Nervös, zappelig
Sich schnell und plötzlich bewegen; nervös oder ängstlich.
- SpanishEspañol
Nervioso/a, Inquieto/a
Que se mueve rápido y de repente; nervioso o ansioso.
- Persianفارسی
نگران، مضطرب
سریع و ناگهانی حرکت کردن؛ عصبی یا مضطرب.
- FrenchFrançais
Nerveux, Sursautant
Qui bouge vite et soudainement ; nerveux ou anxieux.
- Hindiहिन्दी
घबराया हुआ
तेजी से और अचानक हिलना; घबराया हुआ या चिंतित।
- ItalianItaliano
Nervoso, Irrequieto
Che si muove in modo rapido e improvviso; nervoso o ansioso.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Nervoso, Inquieto
Movendo-se de forma rápida e repentina; nervoso ou ansioso.
- RussianРусский
Нервный, дерганый
Двигающийся быстро и внезапно; нервный или тревожный.
- Urduاردو
پریشان، چست و چابک
تیزی سے اور اچانک حرکت کرنا؛ پریشان یا فکر مند ہونا۔
- Chinese中文
紧张的，易受惊的
动作快速而突然；紧张或焦虑。
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Frequently asked questions about Jumpy
What does Jumpy mean?
Moving quickly and suddenly; nervous or anxious.
What is the definition of Jumpy?
Easily startled or anxious; moving with quick, sudden movements.
How do you use Jumpy in a sentence?
She feels jumpy after watching a horror movie last night.
Can you give another example of Jumpy?
The dog was jumpy every time it heard thunder.
What are synonyms for Jumpy?
Common alternatives include nervous, jittery, restless, skittish, anxious.
What is the opposite of Jumpy?
Opposite meanings include calm, sedate, relaxed.
What words go with Jumpy?
It commonly pairs with jumpy nerves, jumpy behavior, feel jumpy, become jumpy, jumpy energy.
What are common mistakes when using Jumpy?
Confused with 'jumpy' vs 'bumpy' - both relate to movement but have different meanings. Using 'jumpy' to describe a steady person - it's only for anxious or startled behavior. Incorrectly using 'jumpy' as a noun. It should only be an adjective.
How do you pronounce Jumpy?
US: //ˈdʒʌm.pi//, UK: //ˈdʒʌm.pi//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Jumpy formal or informal?
"Jumpy" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Jumpy?
Commonly used to describe someone who is easily startled or anxious. Avoid in formal writing. Suitable in casual conversations.