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jackrabbit Synonyms
Another word for jackrabbit
Choosing another word for jackrabbit depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A large hare native to the deserts, prairies, and scrublands of western North America, characterized by very long ears and powerful hind legs adapted for leaping and fast running.
Usage Example
"During our hike through the Arizona desert, a large hare suddenly bounded out from behind a saguaro cactus."
Strongest
hare
• verb (Context 2)
To start or move suddenly and rapidly, often mimicking the sudden, jerky leaping motion of a frightened hare.
Usage Example
"As soon as the traffic light turned green, the sports car jackrabbited into the intersection, leaving the other vehicles behind."
Strong
bound
dart
bolt
spring
lurch
leap
shoot
Opposites of jackrabbit
The opposite of jackrabbit shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
creep
crawl
inch
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Jackrabbit. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/jackrabbit