JOLT Synonyms: 195 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈjōlt

Definition of jolt

as in collision

a forceful coming together of two things pack the glass vase so that it won't fall victim to any hard jolts in transit

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as in surprise

something that makes a strong impression because it is so unexpected the news of the CEO's sudden retirement was a jolt to us all

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jolt

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verb

as in to shake

to make a series of small irregular or violent movements the roller coaster car jerked and jolted as it coursed along the old wooden tracks

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as in to yank

to move or cause to move with a sharp quick motion she jolted the door open with her elbow

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as in to shock

to cause an unpleasant surprise for the sneak terrorist attack jolted the country out of its indolence and indifference

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Recent Examples of jolt

Noun

The owner of The Shops at North Bridge will pour $40 million into a dramatic renovation of the complex, giving the Magnificent Mile another jolt of energy. — Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026 The Kansas City Royals got an offensive jolt Tuesday night against the Minnesota Twins. — Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026

Verb

Perhaps more so than in other parts of the world, Africa has been jolted by global trade shocks, epidemics, and climate uncertainties in recent years. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 4 Aug. 2026 Volatility in Japanese government bonds jolted Treasuries and drew the ire of Bessent earlier this year. — Mia Glass, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for jolt

Recent Examples of Synonyms for jolt

Noun

The collision killed 46-year-old Venancio Papalotzi-George of Meriden.

— Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2026
This raises the risk of accidents or collisions and can void their insurance.

— Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of collision

Verb

Tarrant County District Attorney In mid-November 1996, Narez shook her daughter, Kasandra White, and threw the child into a wall, causing her head to strike a door, according to the 1999 Tarrant County grand jury indictment.

— S.E. Jenkins, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
On Monday, in the early morning, cheerleaders flanked the entrance to the courtyard, cheering and shaking their pom-poms as their classmates filed in, showing varying degrees of enthusiasm.

— Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of shake

Verb

The officer is also seen putting a woman in a patrol car — the same woman who is shown on the ground having her hair yanked by an officer.

— Marvin Hurst, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026
This bestselling line of classic creepy characters is yanked straight from your best memories of Halloween as a child.

— Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of yank

Verb

On Thursday, Clancy loudly sobbed, shuddered and covered her face with her hands as a medical examiner testified about Callan’s autopsy.

— Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
Speaking to the media before England’s 3-2 victory over Mexico in the World Cup last 16, England manager Thomas Tuchel gave an update on Declan Rice that would make Arsenal fans shudder.

— Nnamdi Onyeagwara, New York Times, 13 July 2026