Synonyms and Antonyms for jerk

1. jerk (v.)

pull, or move with a sudden movement

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2. jerk (v.)

move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions

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3. jerk (n.)

a dull stupid fatuous person

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4. jerk (v.)

make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion

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5. jerk (n.)

an abrupt spasmodic movement

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6. jerk (v.)

throw or toss with a quick motion

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7. jerk (n.)

raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms

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8. jerk (v.)

jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched

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9. jerk (n.)

a sudden abrupt pull

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10. jerk (n.)

(mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration

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