What does jogged mean?
“Jogged” is the past tense and past participle of “jog,” a verb meaning to run at a relaxed, steady speed. The word is common in descriptions of exercise, commuting, or recreation: someone may jog along a beach, jog for several miles, or jog to work. Although jogging is slower than running, it is more purposeful than a casual walk and often suggests habit or physical exercise. The verb can also describe a small physical movement, as when a person jogs a loose object or shakes something gently, and it has a figurative use meaning to prompt another person’s memory or attention. “Jogged” is used in both British and American English, with no significant regional distinction. Its ordinary past-tense ending is the only grammatical feature that distinguishes it from the base form “jog.”
To run at a slow, steady pace, especially as exercise or for recreation.
"They jogged around the park every Sunday."
Usually describes a relaxed, steady form of running or exercise.
To move or shake something slightly, or to stimulate someone’s memory or attention.
"The comment jogged her memory of the old address."
The figurative sense is especially established with “memory” and “attention.”
The past-tense “jogged” is a reminder that even a relaxed run can leave a lasting impression.
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.
Where does jogged come from?
The word “jog” has an uncertain history and appears in English with several related meanings, including a sudden shake and a movement at a slow pace. Its modern use for running developed in the 17th century, and the related forms “jogger” and “jogging” follow the same lexical root. The precise origin of the verb is not fully settled, so no more specific etymological claim is necessary here.
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How jogged is actually used
“Jogged” is the usual past tense and past participle of “jog.” In the figurative sense, it is commonly used with “memory” or “someone’s attention.”
Easily confused with jogged
“Jog” is the base form of the verb, while “jogged” is its past-tense and past-participle form.
“Jogger” is a noun for someone who jogs, whereas “jogged” is the inflected form of the verb.