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Vocabulary Entry
jitter
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A state of nervousness or excitement; often characterized by shaking or tremors.
Example Sentences
"He felt a jitter in his hands before the big presentation."
"The coffee gave her a bit of a jitter that made her feel uneasy."
"There was a jitter in the crowd as they awaited the announcement."
V
verb
To move in a quick and nervous way; to shake.
Example Sentences
"The dog jittered with excitement when it saw its owner."
"She jittered her leg while waiting for the bus."
"The computer's screen jittered before crashing."
A
adjective
Characterized by nervous agitation or instability.
Example Sentences
"His jitter demeanor made everyone around him feel anxious."
"After too much caffeine, she felt jitter and couldn't sit still."
"The jitter atmosphere at the event heightened the thrill."