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jaunty

[ˈdʒɔːnti]

jaunty Definition

  • 1having or expressing a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner
  • 2stylish or fashionable

Using jaunty: Examples

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

  • Example

    She wore a jaunty hat and walked with a spring in her step.

  • Example

    He greeted us with a jaunty wave of his hand.

  • Example

    The car had a jaunty look with its bright red color and sleek design.

jaunty Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for jaunty

Phrases with jaunty

  • an angle that is tilted or slanted in a stylish or confident way

    Example

    He wore his hat at a jaunty angle, giving him a cool and confident look.

  • a lively and upbeat piece of music

    Example

    The band played a jaunty tune that got everyone dancing.

  • a confident and lively way of walking

    Example

    She strutted down the street with a jaunty walk, turning heads as she went.

Origins of jaunty

from French 'gentil', meaning 'graceful'

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Summary: jaunty in Brief

The term 'jaunty' [ˈdʒɔːnti] describes a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner. It can also refer to something stylish or fashionable. Examples include 'She wore a jaunty hat and walked with a spring in her step,' and 'The car had a jaunty look with its bright red color and sleek design.' Phrases like 'jaunty angle' and 'jaunty tune' denote a stylish or confident tilt or upbeat music, respectively.