jittery
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for jittery, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Nervous, anxious, or unable to keep still.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use jittery
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
feel jittery
jittery hands
jittery markets
Etymology
From jitter ("to move nervously") + the adjective suffix -y.
Full origin of jittery →Frequently asked questions
What does “jittery” mean?
The word “jittery” means nervous, anxious, or unable to keep still. In plain terms, on edge and shaky — either a nervous feeling or an unstable signal.
How do you pronounce “jittery”?
“Jittery” is pronounced JIHT-ree (/ˈd͡ʒɪt.ə.ɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “jittery” in a sentence?
Here is “jittery” used in a sentence: “She felt jittery before walking on stage.”
What part of speech is “jittery”?
“Jittery” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “jittery” have?
“Jittery” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: nervous, anxious, or unable to keep still.
