Synonyms for

Jelly

Verb / ˈdʒeli: / Another word for jelly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a sweet, soft, semi-solid food made by cooking fruit juice and sugar together until thick.

Synonyms & similar words

jellify gelatin jam preserve spread marmalade conserve gel pulp puree paste sauce condiment relish chutney pickles conserves

Synonyms by register

Formal

gel congeal viscous substance emulsion

Informal

jello goo gunk goop

Literary

ambrosia nectar quiver

Antonyms

solid firm hard rigid dense compact

Common collocations

  • fruit jelly
  • jelly mold
  • jelly bean
  • jelly roll
  • jelly donut
  • jelly fish
  • jelly jar

Word family

noun jelly
verb jelly

Usage note

While 'jelly' can refer to a gelatinous substance, it is most commonly used in reference to fruit preserves. 'Jell-O' is a brand name that has become a genericized trademark for gelatin dessert.

Example sentences

  1. I had a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for lunch.
  2. She made a batch of strawberry jelly for the party.
  3. The jelly on the donut was so sweet and delicious.
  4. My favorite jelly flavor is grape.
  5. The jellyfish in the aquarium were so beautiful to watch.

Quotes

  • I think of myself as a jellyfish, sometimes: thick skin, no brain, and poisonous.
  • I'm like a jellyfish. Big and stupid. And if you get too close, I might sting you. - Lou Reed
  • A jellyfish has existed as a species for millions of years, surviving just fine without a brain. - Michael Specter

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words