Jive
4 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A lively, energetic dance performed to swing, jazz, or rock and roll music, or to perform such a dance.
“They jived across the floor as the band struck up a swing tune.”
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Jive ends in the scarce V, so lock in the E and I early to narrow the consonants.
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Worth 14 points before bonuses, thanks to the J and the V.
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