Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jumpier
adjective
/ˈdʒʌmp.i.ɚ/
Definition
more anxious or easily frightened than usual
Examples
- She has been feeling jumpier since she started her new job.
- The loud noises made him jumpier than usual.
- After watching the horror movie, he was especially jumpier during the night.
Meaning
The term ‘jumpier’ refers to a heightened state of nervousness or agitation. It describes someone who is more prone to sudden reactions or may be startled quickly.
Synonyms
- nervous
- tense
- anxious
- jittery
