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Funky
Sounds like
funkee
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Simple meaning
What does Funky mean?
Stylish, unusual, or rhythmic.
Dictionary definition
Stylish, unusual, rhythmic, or strong-smelling, depending on context.
Example sentences
Funky in a sentence
easy
The room had funky wallpaper.
medium
The drummer played a funky beat.
hard
Funky can be praise for style or music, but it can also mean something smells odd.
Synonyms
Words like Funky
groovyStylish, rhythmic, or appealing.
funkRelated word that supports the meaning of funky.
Antonyms
Opposite words
plainSimple and not unusual.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to funky, depending on context.
Word family
Funky word family
Base word
funky
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does funky mean?
Funky means stylish, unusual, or rhythmic.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to funky?
Groovy is close in meaning to funky in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of funky?
Plain contrasts with funky.
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