Pronunciation: /ˈfʌŋki/

Definitions of funky

adjective Funky is an adjective that describes something as stylish, unconventional, or cool in an unconventional way.

Example Sentences

A1 I like to listen to funky music.

A2 She wore a funky dress to the party.

B1 The restaurant had a funky decor that I really enjoyed.

B2 The funky beat of the song got everyone on the dance floor.

C1 The artist's funky style was a hit with critics and fans alike.

C2 The funky bassline added a unique element to the band's sound.

Examples of funky in a Sentence

formal The funky design of the new building has received mixed reviews from architectural critics.

informal I love your funky new hairstyle, it really suits you!

slang That party last night was so funky, I had a blast!

figurative His dance moves were so funky, he really knows how to groove.

Grammatical Forms of funky

past tense

funked

plural

funkies

comparative

funkier

superlative

funkiest

present tense

funk

future tense

will funk

perfect tense

have funked

continuous tense

is/are/was/were funking

singular

funky

positive degree

funky

infinitive

to funk

gerund

funking

participle

funked

Origin and Evolution of funky

First Known Use: 1620 year
Language of Origin: African American Vernacular English
Story behind the word: The word 'funky' originated in African American Vernacular English.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a strong, musty smell, 'funky' evolved over time to refer to something cool, stylish, or unconventional, particularly in music and fashion.