jumpstart - Master This Word
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jumpstart Word Meanings
- to start or activate something quickly
- to give an initial boost to an activity or process
jumpstart Example Sentences
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jumpstart Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈdʒʌmpstɑːt/
US
/ˈdʒʌmpstɑrt/
jumpstart Word Etymology
Root decomposition: jump (verb) + start (verb). Historical origin: derived from the combination of 'jump' (to leap) and 'start' (to begin), used in late 20th century American English. Memory image: think of a car that won't start; a jumpstart from another vehicle makes it leap back to life.
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Step 1: Meaning
What does 'jumpstart' mean?
A.To observe quietly
B.To delay progress
C.To suddenly start something
D.To reduce speed
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses 'jumpstart' correctly?
A.The initiative helped jumpstart the local economy.
B.She tried to jumpstart the bicycle by kicking it.
C.He was unable to jumpstart his laptop after many attempts.
D.They decided to jumpstart the project by taking it slow.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'jumpstart'?
A.Initiate
B.Stop
C.Delay
D.Postpone
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'jumpstart'?
A.Encourage
B.Accelerate
C.Halt
D.Enhance
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life scenario in which something needs a quick boost to get going again?
A.After the long winter, the community organized an event to reinvigorate local businesses.
B.A new marketing campaign aims to jumpstart the sales of the struggling product.
C.The car would not start despite multiple attempts.
D.They had to slow down the new program to address issues.
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