kinky
3 antonyms for kinky — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Full of tight curls or twists, especially describing hair.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Full of tight curls or twists, especially describing hair.
“Her kinky curls bounced with every step.”
Opposites
2. adj
Sexually unconventional; involving unusual sexual preferences or practices.
“The novel was banned for its kinky content.”
Opposites
Antonyms
How to use kinky
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
kinky hair
a bit kinky
kinky sex
Etymology
From kink + the adjective-forming suffix -y, originally just meaning "twisted" before picking up its figurative sexual sense in the 20th century.
Full origin of kinky →Frequently asked questions
What does “kinky” mean?
The word “kinky” means full of tight curls or twists, especially describing hair.
How do you pronounce “kinky”?
“Kinky” is pronounced KIHNG-kee (/ˈkɪŋki/ in IPA).
How do you use “kinky” in a sentence?
Here is “kinky” used in a sentence: “Her kinky curls bounced with every step.”
What part of speech is “kinky”?
“Kinky” is an adjective.
Where does the word “kinky” come from?
The word “kinky” dates back to around 1900.
Is “kinky” a common word?
“Kinky” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “kinky” have?
“Kinky” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: full of tight curls or twists, especially describing hair.
