adj
geeky
GEE-kee
Geeky (adj) means having the interests or manner typical of a geek. Example: “He has a geeky obsession with vintage computers.”
adj
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Having the interests or manner typical of a geek.
"He has a geeky obsession with vintage computers."
"Her geeky sense of humor didn't land with everyone."
How to use geeky
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes someone or something with strong, nerdy enthusiasm for a niche interest.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- geekier
- Superlative
- geekiest
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He has a _____ obsession with vintage computers.
Etymology
Formed from geek plus the adjective suffix -y.
Rhymes for geeky
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What does “geeky” mean?
The word “geeky” means having the interests or manner typical of a geek. In plain terms, describes someone or something with strong, nerdy enthusiasm for a niche interest.
How do you pronounce “geeky”?
“Geeky” is pronounced GEE-kee (/ˈɡiːki/ in IPA).
How do you use “geeky” in a sentence?
Here is “geeky” used in a sentence: “He has a geeky obsession with vintage computers.”
What part of speech is “geeky”?
“Geeky” is an adjective.
