What does FUNKY mean?

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.