jiggle

[ˈdʒɪɡl]

jiggle Definition

• 1. to move or cause to move with quick, short movements from side to side or up and down
• 2. to shake slightly; vibrate

Using jiggle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "jiggle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She jiggled the handle until the door opened.

• Example

  The car keys jiggled in his pocket as he ran.

• Example

  The bowl of jelly jiggled as she carried it to the table.

jiggle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for jiggle

• shake
• wobble
• quiver

Antonyms for jiggle

• steady
• still

Phrases with jiggle

• jiggle room

  a small amount of space or flexibility that allows for slight adjustments or errors

  Example

  We have some jiggle room in the budget for unexpected expenses.

• jiggle the handle

  to try to open a locked door by shaking the handle

  Example

  If the key doesn't work, try jiggling the handle to see if it will open.

• jiggle the memory

  to try to remember something by thinking about it or discussing it

  Example

  Talking about old times can help jiggle the memory and bring back forgotten details.

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Summary: jiggle in Brief

The verb 'jiggle' [ˈdʒɪɡl] means to move or cause to move quickly and slightly from side to side or up and down. It is often used to describe small movements like jiggling a doorknob or jiggling a bowl of jelly. 'Jiggle' can also be used in phrases like 'jiggle room,' which means a small amount of flexibility, and 'jiggle the handle,' which means to try to open a locked door by shaking the handle.