jiggling
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈdʒɪɡlɪŋ/
KK: /ˈdʒɪg.lɪŋ/
noun
Definition
A movement that causes something to shake or wobble slightly.
Example
The jiggling of the jelly made everyone laugh.
Conversation
Did you see that jiggling dessert at the party last night?
Yes! It looked so fun to eat.
I wonder how they made it so jiggling and wobbly.
I think it’s all about the gelatin they used.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
shaking
wobbling
jostling
Antonyms
stillness
stability
calm
verb
Definition
To move or cause to move with quick, small movements up and down or side to side.
Example
The jelly was jiggling on the plate after I set it down.
Tense Forms
Past: jiggled
Past Participle: jiggled
Conversation
Did you see that video of the baby jiggling in the crib?
Yes! It was so adorable and funny.
I can't stop watching it; the way the baby jiggling made me laugh.
Root Explanation
'Jiggling' originates from the Middle English word 'jiggen', meaning to shake or move with quick, light movements. The word is likely imitative in nature, reflecting the action it describes.
Memory Tip
Imagine something that shakes or moves lightly and quickly — that's what 'jiggling' means.
Visually Confused Words
niggling
juggling
jingling
giggling
wigging
rigling
rigging
pigling