5 letter words ending in UNKY

Parts of Speech

funky is an adjective.

Definitions

• having a strong, unpleasant smell
• stylish in an unconventional way
• strange or unusual in a way that is interesting or appealing

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈfʌŋki/
• UK: /ˈfʌŋki/

Origin and Usage

The term funky originated in the 1920s and was used to describe music that was soulful, rhythmic, and danceable. It was later adopted in the 1960s to describe a style of music that combined jazz, soul, and R&B. Today, it is commonly used to describe anything that is unconventional, interesting, or appealing.

Synonyms

• odorous
• smelly
• unconventional
• quirky
• offbeat

Related Words

• drunk
• chunk
• junky
• plunk
• trunk

Example Sentences

• The cheese had a funky smell that made her gag.
• He was wearing a funky hat that caught everyones attention.
• The art exhibit was full of funky and unconventional pieces.

Here is the requested information on the word "hunky": Parts of Speech:

Adjective

Definitions:

• (informal) Attractive, well-built, and muscular.
• (dated, slang) A term used to refer to a Hungarian person or someone of Hungarian descent.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈhʌŋki/
• UK: /ˈhʌŋki/

Origin and Usage:

The term "hunky" was first used in the United States in the late 19th century as a derogatory term for Hungarian immigrants. However, over time, the term has evolved to mean something entirely different. Today, "hunky" is most commonly used to describe a man who is attractive, well-built, and muscular.

Synonyms:

• Handsome
• Hot
• Sexy
• Buff

Related Words:

• Chunk
• Funky
• Junky
• Punky
• Spunk

Example Sentences:

• She couldn help but notice the hunky guy at the gym.
• The actor was cast in the role of the hunky leading man.
• Hes been working out a lot lately and is looking pretty hunky.

Definition of Junky

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Definition: Junky refers to a person who is addicted to drugs or a person who collects or deals in junk.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈdʒʌŋki/, UK: /ˈdʒʌŋki/

Origin and Usage: The term "junky" originated in the early 20th century as a slang term for a drug addict. It is derived from the word "junk," which originally referred to heroin. Later, the term "junky" was used more broadly to refer to anyone who is addicted to drugs. The word has also been used to describe a person who collects or deals in junk, which can refer to anything from scrap metal to old furniture.

Synonyms: addict, druggie, user, collector, hoarder, scavenger

Related Words: junked, junks, skunk, hunky, punky

Example Sentences:

• The police arrested a group of junkies who were selling drugs on the street corner.
• She was worried that her brother was becoming a junky after he started hanging out with a bad crowd.
• The junky was always looking for his next fix, no matter the cost.
• He was a collector of old cars and spent most of his weekends at junkyards looking for parts.

Word: Punky 1. Parts of Speech

Adjective

2. Definitions

1. Decayed or crumbly; like punk.
2. Soft or spongy; lacking firmness or solidity.
3. Having the characteristics of punk rock music or punk culture.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /ˈpʌŋki/

UK: /ˈpʌŋki/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "punky" originated from the word "punk," which means "rotten wood" or "tinder." It was first used in the 16th century to describe wood that was soft and crumbly. Later on, it was used to describe anything that was soft, spongy, or lacking firmness.

In the 1970s, the word "punky" took on a new meaning when it was used to describe the punk rock music and punk culture that emerged during that time. Today, the word is still used to describe anything that has the characteristics of punk rock music or punk culture.

5. Synonyms

• Decayed
• Crumbly
• Spongy
• Soft
• Firmless

6. Related Words

• Funky
• Hunky
• Bunky
• Junky
• Munky

7. Example Sentences

• The old log was so punky that it crumbled when touched.
• The apple was too punky to eat.
• She dressed in a punky style with a leather jacket and ripped jeans.