What does WONKY mean?

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.