What is the meaning of jumpy?

Being in a tense state.
- synonyms: edgy, high-strung, highly strung, jittery, nervy, overstrung, restive, uptight
Causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements.
- usage: "a rough ride"
- synonyms: rough, rocky, bumpy, jolty, jolting

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APA	WordNet. (2010). jumpy. Retrieved September 20, 2026, from http://smartdefine.org/jumpy/definitions/1322112
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