Synonyms of jilt

jilt

verb

ˈjilt 

as in to dump

to end a usually intimate relationship with

still trying to get over being jilted by his longtime girlfriend

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dump
• leave
• ditch
• abandon
• blow off
• break off (with)
• cut
• kiss off
• snub
• kiss good-bye
• cold-shoulder
• forsake
• high-hat
• slight
• brush (aside or off)
• maroon
• desert
• quit

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• take
• hook up (with)
• befriend
• latch (on or onto)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of jilt

Snelling’s love for the Padres’ organization was jilted at the trading deadline. — Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 8 May 2026

The Natural Way If you’ve been jilted by the dryer one too many times, air-drying may be for you. — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 17 Jan. 2026

Additionally, Benefield is the first defensive player the Tigers and Kiffin — who jilted Ole Miss for a rival to take his sixth coaching job in 15 years — have signed out of the portal. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 6 Jan. 2026

How about the likes of John Candy, Henry Gibson, Steve Lawrence and Twiggy, who was jilted by Elwood. — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 3 Dec. 2025

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