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jemmy Synonyms

Another word for jemmy

Choosing another word for jemmy depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A short crowbar with a curved or chiseled end, typically used by burglars to force open windows or doors.

Usage Example

"The inspector noted scratch marks on the doorframe where a jimmy had been used to force the lock."

Strongest
jimmy
Strong
crowbar
pry bar
lever

• verb (Context 2)

To force open a window, door, or container using a short crowbar or similar lever.

Usage Example

"Someone had tried to jimmy the back window of the shop during the night."

Strongest
jimmy
Strong
prise
pry
lever
force

Opposites of jemmy

The opposite of jemmy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

fasten
lock
secure
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• Nearby Words

jellylike
jellyroll
jemima
jemmy
jenny
jeopardize
jeopardy

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Jemmy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/jemmy
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