Synonyms: leap, leaping, spring, saltation, bounce, bound
Definition: a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards
Definition: the act of jumping; propelling yourself off the ground
Usage: he advanced in a series of jumps; the jumping was unexpected
Synonyms: leap
Definition: the distance leaped (or to be leaped)
Usage: a leap of 10 feet
Similar words: distance
Definition: the property created by the space between two objects or points
Synonyms: leap, jump, saltation
Definition: an abrupt transition
Usage: a successful leap from college to the major leagues
Similar words: transition
Definition: a change from one place or state or subject or stage to another
Definition: a sudden and decisive increase
Usage: a jump in attendance
Similar words: increase
Definition: a change resulting in an increase
Usage: the increase is scheduled for next month
Definition: pass abruptly from one state or topic to another
Usage: leap into fame; jump to a conclusion; jump from one thing to another
Similar words: switch, change, shift
Definition: lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
Usage: switch to a different brand of beer; She switched psychiatrists; The car changed lanes
Synonyms: spring, jump, leap, bound
Definition: move forward by leaps and bounds
Usage: The horse bounded across the meadow; The child leapt across the puddle; Can you jump over the fence?
Similar words: move
Definition: move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion
Usage: He moved his hand slightly to the right
Synonyms: leap, jump, jump off
Definition: jump down from an elevated point
Usage: the parachutist didn't want to jump; every year, hundreds of people jump off the Golden Gate bridge; the widow leapt into the funeral pyre
Similar words: move
Definition: move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion
Usage: He moved his hand slightly to the right