JINXES Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

jinxes 1 of 2

noun

plural of jinx

as in curses

something that brings bad luck believed the broken mirror was a jinx

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jinxes

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of jinx

as in possesses

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blesses

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Recent Examples of jinxes

Noun

Well, even just normal-life magic — jinxes, coincidences, destiny. — Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026 Turns out Danhausen isn’t the only celebrity throwing down jinxes. — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026

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Noun

Vieira said the show offers another opportunity for people to discover Rockport beyond the fictional curses portrayed in the series.

— Aaron Parseghian, CBS News, 15 Sep. 2026
But repression isn’t a good plan when generations-long curses run in the bloodline, because Sally’s daughter Kylie (Joey King), now a college student, has gone and fallen in love behind her mother’s back.

— Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of curses

Verb

The tri-captain possesses a certain gravitas that has helped drive the Warriors to the Class 2A state championship game, according to junior midfielder and tri-captain Lino Melero.

— Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026
Each of the three theaters also possesses a distinct spatial character.

— Wendy Wang, Architectural Digest, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of possesses

Noun

Some people are even gravitating toward religious organizations and turning to mystical practices like psychics and love spells to find a partner.

— Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2026
Their 2-4 record will meet with Dallas’ next Monday night in a game that all of a sudden spells absolute disaster for the losing team.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of spells

Verb

But like a bolt of lightning from Zeus himself, Page instantly charms us from his first swig of SunnyD, creating a character whose quippy armor hides a sensitive soul longing for meaningful connection.

— Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 19 July 2026
Vibeke charms his in-laws, coos over the baby and, according to Karl’s quick furtive search of her handbag, appears to be taking her meds.

— Jessica Kiang, Variety, 7 July 2026

Definition of charms

Noun

Chiricahua, in southeastern Arizona, was established as a national monument in April 1924 to protect its towering rhyolite hoodoos – tall spires of rock – and diversity of wildlife.

— Seth T. Kannarr, The Conversation, 21 Oct. 2026
The route showcases some of the most dramatic landscapes in the American Southwest, from sandstone arches and deep canyons to colorful hoodoos and soaring cliffs.

— Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026

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