5 letter words ending in NKY

Here is the requested information on the word "dinky": Dinky 1. Parts of Speech

Dinky is an adjective.

2. Definitions

Small and insignificant; of low quality; attractive in a quaint or charming way.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /ˈdɪŋki/
• UK: /ˈdɪŋki/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "dinky" originated in the late 18th century as a noun meaning "a childs toy, especially a small model car." It later evolved to mean "small and insignificant" or "of low quality." In modern usage, it can also describe something that is attractive in a quaint or charming way.

5. Synonyms

Small, tiny, puny, minuscule, insignificant, unimportant, trivial.

6. Related Words

Bitty, cutey, dweeb, funky, happy, jolly, kooky, loopy, nerdy, perky, quirky, silly, tarty, wacky.

7. Example Sentences

• He drove a dinky little car that barely fit his tall frame.
• The restaurant was cute and dinky, with only a few tables and a small kitchen.
• She bought a dinky little souvenir from the gift shop.

Here is the dictionary-style entry for "wonky": Wonky 1. Parts of Speech:

Adjective

2. Definitions:

1. (informal) shaky, unsteady, or unreliable

2. (British, informal) not functioning correctly; faulty or unreliable

3. Pronunciations:

US: /ˈwɑŋki/

UK: /ˈwɒŋki/

4. Origin and Usage:

The origin of "wonky" is uncertain, but it is believed to be a British slang word that first appeared in the early 20th century. It was originally used to describe something that was crooked or askew, but its meaning has evolved over time to include things that are unreliable or not functioning correctly. The word is now commonly used in both British and American English, particularly in informal contexts.

5. Synonyms:

unstable, shaky, unreliable, faulty, defective, crooked, askew

6. Related Words:

crook, shaky, funky, flaky, wonks

7. Example Sentences:

- The old chair was wonky and creaked when she sat on it.

- The wonky table leg caused the entire table to wobble.

- The companys wonky accounting practices led to an investigation by the authorities.

- The wonky roller coaster made her feel nauseous.

- The wonky bridge was closed for repairs after engineers discovered a structural problem.

Parts of Speech

Adjective

Definitions

1. Having or showing unconventional sexual preferences or behaviour.
2. Having twists or curls that form irregular or angular shapes.
3. Unconventional or unusual in a way that is seen as strikingly new or original.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈkɪŋki/
• UK: /ˈkɪŋki/

Origin and Usage

The word "kinky" originated from the Dutch word "kink" which means a twist or curl. It was first recorded in the English language in the mid-19th century. The term is most commonly used to describe unconventional sexual preferences or behaviour, particularly those involving bondage, domination, and sadomasochism (BDSM). It is also used to describe hair that is tightly curled or twisted in an unusual way. In recent years, the word has also been used to describe unconventional or unusual behaviour or ideas that are seen as strikingly new or original.

Synonyms

• Perverted
• Deviant
• Bizarre
• Unconventional
• Unusual

Related Words

• Twist
• Curly
• Frizz
• Wavy
• Crazy

Example Sentences

1. She has a kinky side that she likes to explore in the bedroom.
2. His hair was so kinky that it was impossible to comb.
3. The artist had some really kinky ideas for his next project.

Here is the requested information on the word "dinky": Dinky 1. Parts of Speech

Dinky is an adjective.

2. Definitions

Small and insignificant; of low quality; attractive in a quaint or charming way.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /ˈdɪŋki/
• UK: /ˈdɪŋki/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "dinky" originated in the late 18th century as a noun meaning "a childs toy, especially a small model car." It later evolved to mean "small and insignificant" or "of low quality." In modern usage, it can also describe something that is attractive in a quaint or charming way.

5. Synonyms

Small, tiny, puny, minuscule, insignificant, unimportant, trivial.

6. Related Words

Bitty, cutey, dweeb, funky, happy, jolly, kooky, loopy, nerdy, perky, quirky, silly, tarty, wacky.

7. Example Sentences

• He drove a dinky little car that barely fit his tall frame.
• The restaurant was cute and dinky, with only a few tables and a small kitchen.
• She bought a dinky little souvenir from the gift shop.

Definition of Manky

1. Parts of Speech: Adjective

2. Definition: (British, informal) dirty, unpleasant, or of poor quality.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈmæŋki/; UK: /ˈmæŋki/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "manky" is believed to have originated in the UK and is commonly used in British English. It is informal and often used to describe something that is dirty, unpleasant, or of poor quality. It can be used to describe anything from a dirty room to a poorly made sandwich.

5. Synonyms: dirty, grubby, grimy, filthy, squalid, seedy, shabby, run-down

6. Related Words: grime, smoky, smarm, gunky, bumpy

7. Example Sentences:

• The kitchen was absolutely manky - there were dirty dishes everywhere.
• The hotel room was so manky that they asked for a refund.
• He refused to eat the manky sandwich that his friend had made.