1. the quality of moving in sudden, irregular, or uneven motions
2. the quality of being rude, inconsiderate, or unpleasant in behavior
Usage: informal

Examples

• The jerkiness of the old car’s engine made the ride uncomfortable.
• The video’s jerkiness was caused by a poor internet connection.
• His jerkiness toward the new employee was completely unnecessary.
• The jerkiness of the robot’s movements showed it needed calibration.
• She was surprised by the sudden jerkiness in his tone.
• The camera’s jerkiness made the footage difficult to watch.