How Do You Spell JOLT?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈə͡ʊlt] (IPA)

The word "jolt" is spelled with four letters, starting with the letter "j" and ending with the letter "t". It is pronounced as /dʒoʊlt/ in IPA phonetic transcription, with the stress on the first syllable. The "j" sound is produced by the "dʒ" digraph, while the "o" and "oʊ" sounds represent the long "o" sound. The "l" sound is followed by the unvoiced consonant "t", which produces a sharp, sudden sound that matches the meaning of the word itself.

JOLT Meaning and Definition

  1. Jolt, as a verb, refers to the sudden and forceful movement or jerking action that causes a momentary shock or surprise to an object or a person. This jarring movement often occurs as a response to an abrupt external force or impact. Furthermore, it can also be used metaphorically to describe an unexpected event or information that greatly startles or shocks someone, causing a strong emotional or psychological effect.

    As a noun, jolt denotes the actual act or instance of jolting. It can be the sudden and intense shock or physical vibration experienced by an individual or an object due to a sudden force or impact. Similarly, it can also describe a figurative sudden shock or surprise that affects one's emotions or psychological state.

    The word "jolt" further calls attention to the abrupt, unanticipated nature of the movement, event, or information, emphasizing the strong and often unsettling impact it delivers. It generally suggests a sudden and powerful disruption to normalcy or a state of equilibrium, whether it be physical or psychological. The word is commonly associated with a strong jarring effect, highlighting the intensity and unexpectedness of the experience or event.

  2. • To shake or disturb by sudden jerks; to shake with sudden risings and fallings.
    • A sudden jerk or shock.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of JOLT

The word "jolt" originated in the mid-16th century, deriving from the Middle English word "julten", which meant "to knock" or "to stagger". It is believed to be of uncertain origin, although there are similar words in Scandinavian languages such as Old Norse "joltr", which means "a penis or a bump". Over time, "julten" evolved into "jolt", referring to a sudden and strong movement or impact, often causing a surprise or shock.

Idioms with the word JOLT

  • jolt sm out of sth The idiom "jolt someone out of something" means to shock or surprise someone into a different state of mind or behavior. It implies a sudden and powerful effect that disrupts or changes a person's thoughts, emotions, or actions.
  • jolt someone out of something The idiom "jolt someone out of something" means to abruptly interrupt or shock someone out of a state of apathy, complacency, or distraction, typically by using a sudden and unexpected action, event, or revelation. It is often used to describe the act of forcefully bringing someone back to reality or awakening them from a state of unawareness or detachment.
  • jolt to a stop The idiom "jolt to a stop" refers to the sudden and strong halt or cessation of movement or progress. It implies an abrupt and often unexpected stoppage, typically accompanied by a jarring or abrupt physical or metaphorical impact.
  • jolt to a start The idiom "jolt to a start" typically means to abruptly or suddenly begin something, often with surprise, shock, or a sudden burst of energy. It suggests the idea of being jolted or shaken into action, usually when one was not expecting it.

Similar spelling words for JOLT

Plural form of JOLT is JOLTS

Conjugate verb Jolt

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have jolted
you would have jolted
he/she/it would have jolted
we would have jolted
they would have jolted
I would have jolt
you would have jolt
he/she/it would have jolt
we would have jolt
they would have jolt

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been jolting
you would have been jolting
he/she/it would have been jolting
we would have been jolting
they would have been jolting

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would jolt
you would jolt
he/she/it would jolt
we would jolt
they would jolt

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be jolting
you would be jolting
he/she/it would be jolting
we would be jolting
they would be jolting

FUTURE

I will jolt
you will jolt
he/she/it will jolt
we will jolt
they will jolt

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be jolting
you will be jolting
he/she/it will be jolting
we will be jolting
they will be jolting

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have jolted
you will have jolted
he/she/it will have jolted
we will have jolted
they will have jolted

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been jolting
you will have been jolting
he/she/it will have been jolting
we will have been jolting
they will have been jolting

IMPERATIVE

you jolt
we let´s jolt

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to jolt

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was jolting
you were jolting
he/she/it was jolting
we were jolting
they were jolting

PAST PARTICIPLE

jolted

PAST PERFECT

I had jolted
you had jolted
he/she/it had jolted
we had jolted
they had jolted

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been jolting
you had been jolting
he/she/it had been jolting
we had been jolting
they had been jolting

PRESENT

I jolt
you jolt
he/she/it jolts
we jolt
they jolt

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am jolting
you are jolting
he/she/it is jolting
we are jolting
they are jolting

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

jolting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have jolted
you have jolted
he/she/it has jolted
we have jolted
they have jolted

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been jolting
you have been jolting
he/she/it has been jolting
we have been jolting
they have been jolting

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it jolt

SIMPLE PAST

I jolted
you jolted
he/she/it jolted
we jolted
they jolted

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