Jumpier: meaning, definitions and examples
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jumpier
[ ˈdʒʌm.pi.ər ]
nervous state
Jumpier is the comparative form of the adjective 'jumpy', which means being nervous, anxious, or easily startled. It describes a state of heightened sensitivity to stimuli or unexpected events. Someone who is jumpier than usual might react more strongly to surprises or loud noises. This state can be temporary, influenced by stress or fatigue.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- After the scary movie, she felt jumpier than ever.
- He was jumpier this week due to the upcoming exam.
- The loud thunder made the dog jumpier than usual.
Translations
Translations of the word "jumpier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais saltitante
🇮🇳 जम्पीयर
🇩🇪 sprunghafter
🇮🇩 lebih melompat
🇺🇦 більш стрибучий
🇵🇱 bardziej skaczący
🇯🇵 跳ねるような
🇫🇷 plus sautillant
🇪🇸 más saltarín
🇹🇷 daha zıplayan
🇰🇷 더 점프하는
🇸🇦 أكثر قفزًا
🇨🇿 více skákavý
🇸🇰 viac skáčúci
🇨🇳 更跳跃的
🇸🇮 bolj skakajoč
🇮🇸 meira hoppa
🇰🇿 көп секіретін
🇬🇪 უფრო ხტუნიანი
🇦🇿 daha tullanma
🇲🇽 más saltarín
Etymology
The word 'jumpy' originated in the early 20th century, deriving from 'jump', which itself comes from the Middle English 'jumpe', a variant of the Old English 'umfatan', meaning to seize or take hold of. The suffix '-y' transforms the root word into an adjective, suggesting a quality akin to that of a sudden or involuntary movement. Over time, 'jumpy' has evolved to describe not only physical actions but also emotional states, particularly those related to anxiety and nervousness. The comparative form 'jumpier' emerged as the language standardized its grammatical constructions, allowing for more precise descriptions of varying degrees of this nervousness. The word reflects broader societal themes of stress and anxiety, especially in tumultuous times.