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

Meanings of jitterbugs

  • 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.

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.

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