What are the definitions of “jump off”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

1Start quickly, often well.
The IPO JUMPED OFF on the first day.

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “jump off”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb jump off is to start quickly or suddenly, often with a good beginning. For example, it can mean a successful start of a project, event, or business.

What are the different verb forms of “jump off”?

Root Verb	jump off
Third Person Singular Present	jumps off
Present Participle	jumping off
Simple Past	jumped off
Past Participle	jumped off

Example

The party jumped off as soon as the DJ started playing music.

Example

The race jumps off as soon as the starting gun fires.

Example

The new business is jumping off with a lot of initial success.

Example

The event jumped off with a great opening speech.

Example

The project had jumped off well, but later faced some challenges.

What kind of phrasal verb is “jump off”?

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a transitive and intransitive verb? - A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.) - An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)

Intransitive verb

“jump off” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.

Example

The concert jumped off as soon as the band took the stage.

Example

The meeting jumped off with an engaging presentation.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb? - A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle. - An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.

Inseparable

“jump off” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.

Example

The concert jumped off as soon as the band took the stage.

Example

The meeting jumped off with an engaging presentation.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “jump off”?

Jump off a cliff

A metaphor for taking a big risk or making a significant change in one's life.

Example

He decided to jump off a cliff and start his own business.

Jump off the deep end

To suddenly start doing something difficult or risky without being prepared.

Example

She jumped off the deep end by quitting her job without having another one lined up.

Jump off the page

To be very noticeable or attention-grabbing.

Example

Her resume jumped off the page with her impressive accomplishments.

Good things to know

Does “jump off” have an informal or formal tone?

Jump off is generally considered informal and is more commonly used in casual conversations. In more formal settings, it is better to use alternative phrases such as 'start quickly,' 'begin successfully,' or 'commence rapidly.'

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “jump off”?

Synonyms

start quickly
begin rapidly
commence swiftly
launch successfully
kick off

Antonyms

end
cease
stop
halt
finish
conclude
terminate