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Jaded means tired, bored, or lacking enthusiasm due to overexposure or excess experience. It describes someone who has become dulled or uninterested from too much of something. A 'surfeit' means an excessive amount, which explains the weariness.

Jargon refers to specialized terminology or expressions used by a particular profession, group, or field that's difficult for outsiders to understand. It's the technical language experts use within their domain. Medical jargon, legal jargon, and computer jargon are common examples.

Jaundice is a medical condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes, caused by excess bilirubin in the blood. It often indicates liver problems, bile duct obstruction, or excessive breakdown of red blood cells. The word comes from the French 'jaune' meaning yellow.

Jaundiced literally means affected by jaundice (yellowing), but metaphorically means bitter, prejudiced, or cynical in outlook. A 'jaundiced eye' views things negatively or skeptically. Option A correctly captures the literal meaning of becoming yellowed or discolored.

A jaunt is a short journey or trip taken for pleasure, often emphasizing its leisurely or spontaneous nature. It's usually brief and undertaken for enjoyment rather than necessity. A ' Sunday jaunt' might be a casual drive or walk.

Jaunty means having a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner or appearance. It describes someone who looks or acts sprightly, energetic, and pleased with themselves. A jaunty hat is worn at a confident angle; a jaunty walk is bouncy and spirited.

Jeopardize means to put something in danger, risk, or threat of harm, loss, or damage. It comes from the same root as 'jeopardy' meaning danger or peril. You jeopardize your chances of success by making poor decisions or taking unnecessary risks.

A jest is a joke, witty remark, or playful act meant to amuse or entertain. It's often lighthearted and spontaneous. 'In jest' means jokingly rather than seriously. The word dates back to when 'gest' meant a gesture or performance.

Jetsam refers to goods or cargo deliberately thrown overboard from a ship to lighten it during danger, often a storm. It's distinguished from 'flotsam' (accidentally lost cargo). The phrase 'flotsam and jetsam' collectively means discarded or useless items. Both terms derive from 'jettison'.

Jettison means to throw or drop something overboard, especially from a ship or aircraft, to lighten the load. Metaphorically, it means to abandon or get rid of something as unwanted or unnecessary. You might jettison a plan, an idea, or burdensome luggage.