adj
Meaning 1
Characterised by jolts; bumpy or jerky.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Standard Lemma guide
jolty
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UK: /ˈdʒɒl.ti/
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Southern-England: Recorded audio is listed in the source snapshot.
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rhymes with -ɒlti
adjective
Meaning 2
causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- a rough ride
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: rough, rocky, bumpy, jolting, jumpy
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
From jolt + -y.