Jolting and Shaky

Jolting

Jolting adjective - Causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness.

Shaky and jolting are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shaky" instead an adjective "Jolting".

Nearby Words: jolt, jolted, jolty

Shaky

Shaky adjective - Marked by or given to small uncontrollable bodily movements.

Jolting and shaky are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Jolting" instead an adjective "Shaky".

Nearby Words: shake, shaking, shaken, shakily
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