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jinks

The word “jinks” has 1 syllable: jinks

It's pronounced as /dʒɪŋks/

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In the thesaurus, “jinks” has 73 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for jinks along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for jinks

Antonyms for jinks

Meanings of jinks

  • noun
    1. A quick evasive turn.
  • verb
    1. To make a quick evasive turn.
    2. To cause a vehicle to make a quick evasive turn.
    3. In the games of spoilfive and forty-five, to win the game by taking all five tricks; also, to attempt to win all five tricks, losing what has been already won if unsuccessful.
    4. To elude; to cheat.

Example Sentences

  • The mischievous child's laughter echoed through the house as he played pranks and jinks on his siblings.
  • In folklore, some believe that certain places are haunted by spirits known for their playful jinks on unsuspecting travelers.
  • The comedy troupe's performance was filled with clever wit and hilarious jinks that had the audience in stitches.
  • After a long week of work, the friends gathered for a night of board games and friendly jinks.
  • The old tavern was rumored to be a favorite haunt of pirates who enjoyed sharing tales of their daring adventures and drunken jinks.

On this page you'll find 79 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to jinks, such as: amusement, avoids, binge, buffoonery, dalliance, deflects, delight.

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