JUMPINESS Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

jumpiness

noun

Definition of jumpiness

as in anxiety

a state of nervousness marked by sudden jerky movements the police detective interpreted the suspect's jumpiness as a sign of guilt

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Recent Examples of jumpiness Market jumpiness can serve as a good moment for those nearing the end of their career to make sure their nest egg is prepared for a downturn, Benz said. — Annie Nova,ryan Ermey, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2026 Conference Board economist Dana Peterson noted these state indexes have a history of statistical jumpiness. — Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 30 Dec. 2025 His jumpiness in the pocket, decision-making and lack of deep passes are a cause for concern, potentially. — Chase Gemes, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2025

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Noun

Still, people living near the border say the possibility of Belarus becoming more involved in Russia’s war remains a source of anxiety.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026
Psychological symptoms like anxiety, irritability and depression often show up before physical ones, peaking between ages 41 and 45.

— Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 July 2026

Definition of anxiety

Noun

The Leeds quartet built a reputation on sardonic observations about modern life, packaging political unease inside wiry post-punk.

— Sophie Miller, Rolling Stone, 19 July 2026
This, combined with the sheer horror of many of the crimes committed against the Bowdens, generates a tension in the viewer that makes the unease a young Antosca felt watching the 1962 film feel tame by comparison.

— Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 17 July 2026

Definition of unease

Noun

After two years living in an RV at San Jose’s Columbus Park, Fernando Vilchis Alcantara eagerly accepted a spot at a motel the city converted into a homeless shelter, relieved to be free of the constant worry of being ticketed or towed.

— Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 23 July 2026
They’re not allowed to print money, so our worries shift from the asset class itself to the specifics of the issuer.

— Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of worry

Noun

Doing the same motion constantly can wear down muscles, nerves or tendons, causing a repetitive strain injury, per Cleveland Clinic.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 25 July 2026
Tests revealed a herniated disk, which impacted nerves in Jones’ back and caused numbness in his leg.

— Joseph Person, New York Times, 25 July 2026

Definition of nerves

Noun

Once their ships turned away, the tension dramatically decreased, though hours later China Coast Guard ships could be seen in the distance still shadowing the Philippine vessels.

— Ivan Watson, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
Eventually, Armstrong stepped in to try and personally ease tensions, offering himself as Caneer’s direct point of contact and paying a peace visit to Caneer’s home in Pebble Beach bearing a gift basket of beef jerky, olive oil and wine.

— Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of tension

Noun

Key Takeaways Most vitamins do not directly cause jitteriness, but certain supplements can make people feel shaky, restless, or overstimulated.

— Sara Hoffman, Verywell Health, 29 June 2026
The constant movement might make some audience members dizzy, yet its jitteriness signifies the anxiety and unease of the characters, both in their skin and with each other.

— Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 25 May 2026

Definition of jitteriness

Noun

Was that skittishness behind Hollywood’s absence from Cannes this year?

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 26 May 2026
Now, with early voting for the March 3 primary set to start next week, the mudslinging in both races is expected to soar, according to insiders with both parties watching with skittishness from Texas and Washington.

— Philip Elliott, Time, 10 Feb. 2026

Definition of skittishness

Noun

And for the 2026 ESPYs, her hairstylist, Anh Co Tran, made sure her hair remained inspo-pic-worthy, sweeping it into an intentionally imperfect updo that managed to balance elegance and edginess—just like the figure skater herself.

— Marci Robin, Allure, 16 July 2026
The chain on this pick is just so fab, giving it an extra touch of edginess and doubling as a carrying strap.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 15 July 2026

Definition of edginess

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