Jerky and Rough

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Jerky

Jerky adjective - Marked by a series of sharp quick motions.

Usage example: made jerky progress walking with the new crutches

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Rough is a synonym for jerky in uncontrolled topic. In some cases you can use "Rough" instead an adjective "Jerky", when it comes to topics like jolting, bumpy.

Rough

Rough adjective - Marked by a series of sharp quick motions.

Usage example: a rough flight that left some passengers nauseated

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Jerky is a synonym for rough. You can use "Jerky" instead an adjective "Rough".

Nearby Words: roughly, roughness, roughen, roughening, roughed

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