wacky
12 synonyms for wacky, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Amusingly odd, silly, or eccentric.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use wacky
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wacky idea
wacky humour
wacky races
Etymology
From "whack" — originally describing someone who'd taken one too many knocks to the head, hence "odd" — plus the adjective-forming suffix "-y".
Full origin of wacky →Frequently asked questions
What does “wacky” mean?
The word “wacky” means amusingly odd, silly, or eccentric. In plain terms, fun, silly, or a little crazy in a harmless way.
How do you pronounce “wacky”?
“Wacky” is pronounced WAK-ee (/ˈwæk.iː/ in IPA).
How do you use “wacky” in a sentence?
Here is “wacky” used in a sentence: “The kids came up with a wacky plan to build a treehouse fort.”
What part of speech is “wacky”?
“Wacky” is an adjective.
Is “wacky” a common word?
“Wacky” is an uncommon word in modern English.
