jiggle

/ˈdʒɪɡəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to move unsteadily or wobble; to cause something to move unsteadily or wobble

“The baby’s bottle jiggled in her hand as she tried to walk.”

2. noun

a wobbling or unsteady movement; a series of small movements

“The dancer’s jiggle was so smooth that it almost looked like a continuous motion.”

3. verb (informal)

to move one’s hips or body in a sensual or provocative manner

“She started to jiggle her hips on the dance floor.”

4. verb (informal)

to move or sway lightly from side to side

“The leaves jiggled in the breeze.”

Synonyms

  • shake
  • sway
  • wobble

Antonyms

  • stabilize
  • steadfast