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wacky

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Adjective — Amusingly odd, silly, or eccentric.

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Etymology

From "whack" — originally describing someone who'd taken one too many knocks to the head, hence "odd" — plus the adjective-forming suffix "-y".

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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.

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