Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Jerk.
How to pronounce jerk:
US
Jerk - as a noun
A dull stupid fatuous person
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dorkHypernyms (Closely Related)
misfitHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration
Meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jerked meatjerkyHypernyms (Closely Related)
meatHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms
Jerk - as a verb
Pull, or move with a sudden movement
Example: "He turned the handle and jerked the door open"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
yankMove with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions
Example: "The patient's legs were jerking"
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twitchMake an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion
Example: "His face is twitching"
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twitchHypernyms (Closely Related)
move involuntarilymove reflexivelyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
Example: "The young filly bucked"
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buckhitchThrow or toss with a quick motion
Example: "Flick a piece of paper across the table"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flickExample Sentences
"He is such a jerk; he never helps anyone."
"She gave me a jerk and pushed me out of the way."
"The car gave a sudden jerk and then stopped."
"Don't be such a jerk and apologize."
"His constant teasing made him the neighborhood jerk."
Word Game Points
Is JERK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, jerk is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
JERK has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is JERK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, jerk is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordJERK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is JERK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, jerk is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordJERK has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
