jittery

[ˈdʒɪtəri]

jittery Definition

  • 1nervous and unable to relax
  • 2characterized by nervousness or unease

Using jittery: Examples

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

  • Example

    She was feeling jittery before her big presentation.

  • Example

    The jittery stock market has investors worried.

  • Example

    He's been jittery ever since the accident.

jittery Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for jittery

Antonyms for jittery

Phrases with jittery

  • jittery nerves

    a state of nervousness or anxiety

    Example

    I always get jittery nerves before a job interview.

  • a sensation of nervousness or unease

    Example

    I had a jittery feeling in my stomach before the roller coaster ride.

  • hands that shake or tremble due to nervousness or anxiety

    Example

    Her jittery hands made it difficult to hold the pen steady.

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Summary: jittery in Brief

Jittery [ˈdʒɪtəri] is an adjective used to describe a person who is nervous and unable to relax, or a situation that is characterized by nervousness or unease. It is often used to describe someone who is anxious or edgy, as in 'She was feeling jittery before her big presentation.' Other examples include 'The jittery stock market has investors worried' and 'He's been jittery ever since the accident.'

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