Another word for jab

Butt, insert, and drive are another word for jab. Withdraw and retreat are the opposites of jab. On this page, find 21 synonyms for jab, parts of speech, and examples of jab sentences.

Jab synonyms

"Jab" can refer to a quick, sharp punch or thrust, often delivered with the hand or a pointed object in combat or competition.

  • Butt
  • Dig
  • Drive
  • Elbow
  • Insert
  • Jolt
  • Nudge
  • Plunge
  • Poke
  • Prick
  • Prod
  • Punch
  • Push
  • Ram
  • Shove
  • Stab
  • Stick
  • Tap
  • Thrust
  • Lunge

Jab sentences

  • He jabbed his opponent in the ribs.
  • She jabbed the needle into the fabric.
  • The boxer landed a quick jab.
  • Please jab gently with the syringe needle.
  • His playful jab made her laugh aloud.

Jab parts of speech

Verb