jittery jittery /ˈdʒɪtɝi/

adjective

1. Being in a tense state  ( high-strung , highly strung , jittery , edgy , jumpy , nervy , overstrung , uptight [Informal] , squirrelly [Informal, N. American] , restive )
   being in a tense state
   
2. Characterized by jerky movements  ( jittery )
   characterized by jerky movements
    A jittery ride
   a jittery ride