Jewish

[joo-ish] / ˈdʒu ɪʃ /

ADJECTIVE

of or related to Judaism

Synonyms

WEAK

Hasidic Hebrew Judaistic Semitic

Example Sentences

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Saturday's rival demonstrations follow a spate of violent attacks targeting London's Jewish community, with some blaming instances of hate speech at pro-Palestinian marches for helping to fuel antisemitism.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Shomrim said it is "aware of the fact that the Orthodox Jewish community is exceptionally concerned about these threats" and said it is working closely with both Hackney and Tower Hamlets police.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

He talks with Anita Diamant, the author and founding president of Mayyim Hayyim, which reimagines the Jewish purifying ritual of mikvah bathing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

A Kars4Kids spokesperson said that the company’s website clearly states its Jewish affiliation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Anya wasn’t sure she wanted to tell her that Papa was Jewish.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack