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Meaning of juggling
The primary meaning of "juggling" according to Oxford Languages is the act of keeping several objects in the air at the same time, typically by throwing, catching, and tossing them.
Etymology of juggling
The word "juggling" originated in the mid-16th century, derived from the Middle English word "jogelen", which means "to entertain by performing tricks" or "to deceive".
Historically, juggling referred to the art of performing tricks, illusions, and acrobatics, and over time, the term expanded to include the act of managing multiple tasks or responsibilities.
Synonyms
balancing
manipulating
handling
tossing
throwing
catching
flipping
twirling
spinning
rotating
circling
oscillating
wavering
seesawing
teetering
wavering
jostling
shuffling
rearranging
reorganizing
prioritizing
coordinating
managing
organizing
directing
controlling
regulating
adjusting
calibrating
fine-tuning
acrobatics
aerialism
equilibration
poise
dexterity
agility
adroitness
deftness
cleverness
skillfulness
adeptness
proficiency
virtuosity
Definitions
- The act of throwing and catching several objects, such as balls or clubs, in a continuous rhythm, typically to entertain an audience.
- * The act of dealing with several tasks, responsibilities, or problems at the same time, requiring skill, coordination, and attention to detail.
Usage Examples
- The street performer was juggling five balls while riding a unicycle, mesmerizing the crowd with his skill and agility.
- * As a working mother, she was juggling her career, family responsibilities, and social life, trying to find a balance between her various roles.
Antonyms
dropping
fumbling
stumbling
failing
neglecting
ignoring
abandoning
dismissing
rejecting
refusing
declining
surrendering
yielding
ceasing
stopping
halting
pausing
hesitating
stalling
procrastinating
idling
loafing
dawdling
lagging
slowing
decreasing
reducing
minimizing
simplifying