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Sooky (adj) means (informal) Inclined to moan, feel sorry for oneself, or feel jealous.

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(informal) Inclined to moan, feel sorry for oneself, or feel jealous.

"Kangaroos on the other hand become even more sooky (needy for attention), when denied time outside." — Lynda Staker, The Complete Guide to the Care of Macropods (2006)

(informal) Overly soft-hearted or easily scared.

"Our trepidation at being savaged by a vicious pig dog was soon allayed, however. He turned out to be the sookiest dog on earth. All he wanted in life was a pet or a cuddle, preferably both." — Evan McHugh, Birdsville (2009)

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from sook with -y (“characteristic of”) and -y (“diminutive”).

Rhymes for sooky

kooky smoky hooky looky spooky

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What is the meaning of sooky?

"sooky" (adj) means (informal) Inclined to moan, feel sorry for oneself, or feel jealous.

What are the different meanings of sooky?

"sooky" has 2 main meanings: 1. (informal) Inclined to moan, feel sorry for oneself, or feel jealous; 2. (informal) Overly soft-hearted or easily scared.