jynx

[jihngks]

jynx Definition

• 1. a person or thing that brings bad luck
• 2. to bring bad luck to someone or something

Using jynx: Examples

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

• Example

  Ever since he broke that mirror, he's been a jynx to our team.

• Example

  I don't want to jynx it, but I think we're going to win this game.

• Example

  She believes that black cats are a jynx.

• Example

  I always seem to jynx my relationships.

jynx Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for jynx

• curse
• hex
• hoodoo
• jinx
• whammy

Antonyms for jynx

• blessing
• luck

Phrases with jynx

• put the jynx on someone/something

  to bring bad luck to someone or something intentionally

  Example

  He put the jynx on the opposing team by wearing his lucky socks.

• break the jynx

  to end a run of bad luck

  Example

  After losing five games in a row, they finally broke the jynx and won their next match.

• jynx yourself

  to bring bad luck upon oneself

  Example

  Don't jynx yourself by saying you haven't gotten sick all year.

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Summary: jynx in Brief

'Jynx' [jihngks] refers to a person or thing that brings bad luck, or the act of bringing bad luck. It can be used as a noun or verb, and is often associated with superstition. Examples include 'Ever since he broke that mirror, he's been a jynx to our team,' and 'I always seem to jynx my relationships.' Phrases like 'put the jynx on someone/something' and 'break the jynx' are also common.