jay
The word “jay” has 1 syllable: jay.
It's pronounced as /dʒeɪ/.
What is synonym and antonym for jay?
In the thesaurus, “jay” has 4 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for jay along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for jay
- beau
- chatterer
- dude
- magpie
Antonyms for jay
- slob
Meanings of jay
- noun
- Any one of the numerous species of birds belonging to several genera within the family Corvidae, including Garrulus, Cyanocitta, Aphelocoma, Perisoreus, Cyanocorax, Gymnorhinus, Cyanolyca, Ptilostomus, and Calocitta, allied to the crows, but smaller, more graceful in form, often handsomely coloured, usually having a crest, and often noisy.
- Other birds of similar appearance and behaviour.
- Any of various large papilionid butterflies of the genus Graphium.
- A dull or ignorant person. It survives today in the term jaywalking.
- Promiscuous woman; prostitute.
- The name of the Latin-script letter J.
- A marijuana cigarette; a joint.
Example Sentences
- The jay perched on the tree branch, its vibrant blue feathers catching the sunlight.
- During the birdwatching excursion, we spotted a beautiful jay flitting between the trees.
- The mischievous jay mimicked the sound of a car alarm, startling unsuspecting passersby.
- In folklore, the jay is often depicted as a symbol of intelligence and adaptability.
- As we hiked through the forest, the jay's melodious song echoed through the trees, filling the air with music.
On this page you'll find 5 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to jay, such as: beau, chatterer, dude, magpie, slob.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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