Jim-dandy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Jim-dandy
Jim-dandy (noun)
- something excellent of its kind
Jim-dandy (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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something very good of its kind
"the brand new car was a jim-dandy"
Jim-dandy (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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of the very best kind
"a jim-dandy guitarist who would be an asset to any garage band"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Jim-dandy
The most common words with a similar meaning to Jim-dandy:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Jim-dandy
Words with the opposite meaning of Jim-dandy:
Near Antonyms of Jim-dandy
Word Forms of Jim-dandy
Derived words: jim-dandy (adjective)
Origin & Etymology of Jim-dandy
from the name Jim
First known use: 1887
Frequently Asked Questions about Jim-dandy
What does "Jim-dandy" mean?
"Jim-dandy" means something excellent of its kind. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: something excellent of its kind. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Jim-dandy"?
Other words for "Jim-dandy" include beaut, beauty, bee's knees, cat's meow, corker, crackerjack, daisy and dandy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Jim-dandy" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Jim-dandy"?
There are 156 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Jim-dandy". Common alternatives include beaut, beauty, bee's knees, cat's meow, corker, crackerjack, daisy, dandy, dilly and doozy.
What is a slang word for "Jim-dandy"?
Slang words for "Jim-dandy" include lulu, boss, cool, dope, down and fantabulous.
What is the opposite of "Jim-dandy"?
Antonyms of "Jim-dandy" include atrocious, awful, execrable, lousy, pathetic, poor, rotten and terrible. Near antonyms include bust, disappointment, dud and failure.
How do you use "Jim-dandy" in a sentence?
Examples of "Jim-dandy" in a sentence: "the brand new car was a jim-dandy"; "a jim-dandy guitarist who would be an asset to any garage band".
Is "Jim-dandy" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Jim-dandy" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Jim-dandy"?
"Jim-dandy" is pronounced /ˈjim-ˈdan-dē/ and divided into syllables as jim-dan·dy.