Synonyms for
Jerks
Definition
A sudden quick movement, typically one that is irregular or uncontrolled.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- complete jerks
- total jerks
- such jerks
- big jerks
- asshole jerks
- stupid jerks
- mean jerks
Word family
Usage note
The word 'jerks' is highly informal and often considered vulgar when referring to people. It can also refer to sudden, sharp movements.
Example sentences
- The boat jerked as it hit a wave.
- He jerked his arm away from the hot stove.
- She jerked her head when she heard her name called.
- The rollercoaster made sudden jerks as it went up and down.
- He felt a jerk in his back when he lifted the heavy box.
Quotes
Life is a series of punches. It presents a lot of challenges. It presents a lot of hardship, but the people that are able to take those punches and able to move forward are the ones that really do have a lot of success and have a lot of joy in their life and have a lot of stories to tell, too. - Josh Turner
We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us. - Joseph Campbell
The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. - Steve Jobs