adjective
jumpy
JUHM-pee
Jumpy (adjective) means Nervous, easily startled, or on edge. Example: “He's been jumpy ever since the break-in.”
adjective
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Nervous, easily startled, or on edge.
"He's been jumpy ever since the break-in."
How to use jumpy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEasily startled or anxious.
Common pairings
feeling jumpy
jumpy nerves
Word forms
jumpier comparative, jumpiest superlative
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Etymology
From jump plus the adjective ending -y.
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What does “jumpy” mean?
The word “jumpy” means nervous, easily startled, or on edge. In plain terms, easily startled or anxious.
How do you pronounce “jumpy”?
“Jumpy” is pronounced JUHM-pee (/ˈd͡ʒʌmpi/ in IPA).
How do you use “jumpy” in a sentence?
Here is “jumpy” used in a sentence: “He's been jumpy ever since the break-in.”
What part of speech is “jumpy”?
“Jumpy” is an adjective.