dinky
1 synonym and 2 antonyms for dinky, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Small in a charming or appealing way.
Antonyms
How to use dinky
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dinky little
dinky car
dinky apartment
Etymology
From 18th-century Scots "dink" meaning neat or trim, which drifted in meaning from "dainty" to "small" before gaining the "-y" ending.
Full origin of dinky →Frequently asked questions
What does “dinky” mean?
The word “dinky” means small in a charming or appealing way. In plain terms, small — either cutely small or disappointingly small, depending on tone.
How do you pronounce “dinky”?
“Dinky” is pronounced DIHNG-kee (/ˈdɪŋki/ in IPA).
How do you use “dinky” in a sentence?
Here is “dinky” used in a sentence: “They live in a dinky little cottage by the coast.”
What part of speech is “dinky”?
“Dinky” is an adjective.
Where does the word “dinky” come from?
The word “dinky” dates back to around 1700. From 18th-century Scots "dink" meaning neat or trim, which drifted in meaning from "dainty" to "small" before gaining the "-y" ending.
How many meanings does “dinky” have?
“Dinky” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: small in a charming or appealing way.
Related words
dinky-di
inky-dinky
rinky-dinky
