Jolt
4 lettersverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A sudden, sharp jerk or jarring movement, or to move or shake something abruptly.
“The train stopped with a jolt that threw the passengers forward.”
Pronunciation
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/dʒɒlt/
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Ends in LT and opens with the rare J, so confirm the O quickly.
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Jolt is worth 11 points before bonuses.
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