JERKY Synonyms: 160 Similar and Opposite Words

jerky

adjective

ˈjər-kē

Definition of jerky next

as in rough

marked by a series of sharp quick motions made jerky progress walking with the new crutches

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as in stupid

showing or marked by a lack of good sense or judgment he's acting jerky just to get people's attention

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Recent Examples of jerky Instead, think about it more like a slow dance—no jerky movements, no wrapping the fabric around your hand, no scrubbing. —

Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2025 Turkey jerky has one of the highest protein contents of jerky products, packing 26 grams of protein per 2-ounce serving. —

Jillian Kubala, Health, 20 Nov. 2025 Once sharks are processed into fillets or jerky, visual identification is nearly impossible, leaving loopholes in trade restrictions. —

Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025 Customers will be able to find thousands of snack, meal and drink options, including homemade fudge, Beaver Nuggets, jerky and fresh pastries, when the location opens. —

Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 2 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for jerky

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Based on the novel by Bart Baker, Honeymoon with Harry follows a rough-around-the-edges man (Gyllenhaal) who ends up sharing an unwanted journey with his fiancée’s prickly, overprotective father (Costner) after a life-altering turn upends their plans.

— Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 25 Mar. 2026
Nivea’s Intense Healing formula takes a richer approach, focusing on long-lasting moisture that can soften rough areas like knees, elbows, and heels.

— Hana Hong, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026