jammed
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /dʒæmd/
KK: /dʒæmd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is stuck or unable to move freely.
Example
The printer is jammed, so we can't print any documents right now.
Conversation
I tried to open the drawer, but it was completely jammed.
Oh no! Have you tried pulling it harder?
Yeah, but I think something inside is stuck.
Maybe we should take a look and see what’s causing the jammed drawer.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
stuck
blocked
clogged
Antonyms
clear
free
unobstructed
verb
Definition
To be stuck or unable to move freely, often because something is blocking the way.
Example
The printer jammed, so I had to fix it before I could print my document.
Tense Forms
Past: jammed
Past Participle: jammed
Conversation
Did you hear about the printer? It got jammed again!
Oh no, not again! That thing is always causing trouble.
Yeah, I had to fix it twice last week because it got jammed during a meeting.
Root Explanation
Jammed → The word 'jammed' originates from the verb 'jam', which is believed to come from the Middle English 'jamme', meaning to press or squeeze. The suffix '-ed' indicates the past tense or a completed action. Therefore, 'jammed' means pressed or squeezed tightly into a space.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'pressed' or 'squeezed' tightly — that's what 'jammed' means.
Visually Confused Words
cammed