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Definition of jerkiness

jerkiness

/ˈdʒɝː.ki.nəs/
jerk · i · ness
Adverb:jerkily
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Adjective:jerky
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jerkiness Lexical Profile

jerkiness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality or state of moving, operating, or progressing in sudden, uneven, or spasmodic starts and stops rather than smoothly.

Example

"Upgrading the graphics card eliminated the frustrating jerkiness in the video playback."

2

North American Obnoxious, inconsiderate, or foolishly annoying behavior characteristic of a jerk.

Example

"He later apologized for his earlier jerkiness during the heated team meeting."

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• Rhymes for jerkiness

• Nearby Words

jerboa
jerk
jerkily
jerkiness
jerky
jerry
jerrycan

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Jerkiness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/jerkiness
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