judder

/ˈdʒʌdər/

Definitions

1. noun

a rough or irregular motion or vibration, especially of a vehicle or machine

“The car’s engine was producing a loud judder that made it difficult to drive.”

2. verb

to move or vibrate with a rough or irregular motion

“The old bus judder over the potholed road.”

Synonyms

  • jolt
  • jounce

Antonyms

  • smoothness
  • stability