jitterbug

The word “jitterbug” has 3 syllables: jit-ter-bug.

It's pronounced as /ˈdʒɪtərbʌɡ/.

What is synonym and antonym for jitterbug?

In the thesaurus, “jitterbug” has 16 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for jitterbug along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for jitterbug

noun
1. A one-stringed instrument (monochord) that consists of a wire string attached to something solid like the side of a house, and played with a piece of metal or glass, originating in the African American traditional music of Mississippi in the United States.
2. A nervous or jittery person.
3. A jazz musician or aficionado.
4. An uptempo jazz or swing dance which embellishes on the two-step pattern and frequently incorporates acrobatic style swing steps.
verb
1. To dance the jitterbug.

Jitterbug dancing was popularized in the swing era, characterized by energetic movements and lively music.
The nightclub hosted a jitterbug competition, drawing dancers from across the city to showcase their skills.
As the band played a lively tune, couples took to the dance floor to jitterbug the night away.
Learning to jitterbug requires coordination and rhythm, but it's a fun way to stay active and socialize.
The elderly couple reminisced about their youth, recalling the days when they would jitterbug until dawn at local dance halls.

On this page you'll find 16 synonyms or another words to jitterbug, such as: boogey, boogie, bop, disco, fox-trot, jig, jive.

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