Definition

1. Noun:
   • The act of repeatedly leaping vertically from a stationary position: This refers specifically to the physical action of propelling oneself upward and then returning to the same spot, often done repeatedly.
   • A display of intense emotion expressed through this physical action: The phrase commonly describes this jumping motion performed as an outward manifestation of strong feelings such as excitement, joy, anger, or frustration.

Usage and Examples

• Noun:
  • The children's jumping up and down with joy was contagious. (The repeated leaps showed their extreme happiness.)
  • After hearing the good news, she couldn't stop her jumping up and down. (The physical action was an involuntary reaction to the news.)
  • His constant jumping up and down in anger did not help the situation. (The jumps were an expression of his frustration.)

Advanced Usage

• The phrase "jumping up and down" is often used figuratively to imply making a very forceful or exaggerated protest or demonstration about something.
  • The community was jumping up and down about the proposed construction, demanding a town hall meeting. (They were protesting vigorously and noisily.)

Variants and Related Words

• Jump (verb/noun): To propel oneself upward or over a distance.
• Bounce (verb/noun): To move up and down repeatedly, often implying a springy quality.
• Pogo (verb): To jump up and down on a pogo stick or in a similar manner, often associated with music concerts.

Synonyms

• Leaping: Jumping forcefully or a long way.
• Bouncing: Moving up and down repeatedly.
• Hopping: Jumping lightly, especially on one foot.

Related Phrases and Idioms

• Jump for joy: To be extremely happy and excited.
  • She jumped for joy when she received her acceptance letter.
• Jump up and down: This is the core phrase itself, used as a verb phrase.
  • The fans jumped up and down when the band came on stage.

Noun

1. jumping in one spot (as in excitement)
   • the wailing and jumping up and down exhausted him