jitterbugs
The word “jitterbugs” has 3 syllables: jit-ter-bugs.
It's pronounced as /ˈdʒɪtərbʌɡz/.
What is synonym and antonym for jitterbugs?
In the thesaurus, “jitterbugs” has 18 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for jitterbugs along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for jitterbugs
- boogeys
- boogies
- bops
- disco
- gavottes
- jigs
- jives
- mambos
- prances
- samba
- shags
- shimmies
- shuffles
- tango
- tangos
- tap-dances
- waltz
- waltzes
Meanings of jitterbugs
- noun
- 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.
- A nervous or jittery person.
- A jazz musician or aficionado.
- An uptempo jazz or swing dance which embellishes on the two-step pattern and frequently incorporates acrobatic style swing steps.
Example Sentences
- Jitterbugs filled the dance floor, moving to the infectious rhythm of swing music.
- The local dance club offers classes for aspiring jitterbugs looking to learn the art of swing dancing.
- Despite their age, the elderly couple were avid jitterbugs, often attending swing dance events in their community.
- The retro-themed party attracted a crowd of enthusiastic jitterbugs, dressed in vintage attire and ready to dance the night away.
- As the band struck up a lively tune, the jitterbugs took to the dance floor, twirling and spinning with abandon.
On this page you'll find 18 synonyms or another words to jitterbugs, such as: boogeys, boogies, bops, disco, gavottes, jigs, jives.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
waltzes
- boogeys
- boogies
- bops
- fox-trots
- gavottes
- jigs
- jitterbugs
- jives
- mambos
- polkas
- prances
- shags
- shimmies
- shuffles
- tangos
- tap-dances