Definition

Having a lot of movement or shaking, especially in a playful or light way.

Example

The jelly was jigglier than I expected when I touched it.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen that new dessert place in town?

Yeah, I tried their cake the other day, and it was even jigglier than I expected!

Really? I thought it would be more solid than that.

It was surprising, but it made it super fun to eat!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

'Jiggle' is derived from the Middle English 'jiglen' (meaning to shake or move lightly), which is of uncertain origin but may be related to the word 'jig' (a lively dance). The suffix '-ier' indicates a comparative form, meaning more so. Therefore, 'jigglier' means more prone to shake or move lightly than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of something that shakes or moves lightly ('jiggle') and remember that 'jigglier' means it shakes more than another thing.

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