wonky
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for wonky, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Not straight or properly aligned; wobbly or unstable.
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.
Antonyms
How to use wonky
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a wonky wheel
the wifi is being wonky
a wonky policy debate
Etymology
From a British dialect word "wanky," itself from Old English wancol, "unstable, shaky."
Full origin of wonky →Frequently asked questions
What does “wonky” mean?
The word “wonky” means not straight or properly aligned; wobbly or unstable. In plain terms, slightly off, wobbly, or glitchy — or, in a completely different sense, overly technical and detail-heavy.
How do you pronounce “wonky”?
“Wonky” is pronounced WONG-kih (/ˈwɑŋ.ki/ in IPA).
How do you use “wonky” in a sentence?
Here is “wonky” used in a sentence: “One leg of the table is shorter, so it sits wonky on the floor.”
What part of speech is “wonky”?
“Wonky” is an adjective.
Where does the word “wonky” come from?
The word “wonky” comes from Old English. From a British dialect word "wanky," itself from Old English wancol, "unstable, shaky.".
How many meanings does “wonky” have?
“Wonky” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not straight or properly aligned; wobbly or unstable.
