Peaky

Pronunciation: /ˈpiːki/

Definitions of peaky

adjective having a pale or sickly complexion; looking unwell

Example Sentences

A1 She felt a bit peaky after eating too much candy.

A2 The student looked peaky after pulling an all-nighter to finish their assignment.

B1 The hiker began to feel peaky as they reached the top of the mountain.

B2 The athlete's performance was affected by feeling peaky before the competition.

C1 The CEO's health started to decline, making them appear peaky during important meetings.

C2 Despite looking peaky, the actress gave a stellar performance in the play.

Examples of peaky in a Sentence

formal The doctor noted that the patient looked peaky and advised rest.

informal You're looking a bit peaky today, maybe you should take it easy.

slang She's been feeling peaky all week, must be coming down with something.

figurative His performance at work was peaky this month, he needs to step it up.

Grammatical Forms of peaky

• past tense: peaked
• plural: peakies
• comparative: peakier
• superlative: peakiest
• present tense: peak
• future tense: will peak
• perfect tense: have peaked
• continuous tense: is peaking
• singular: peaky
• positive degree: peaky
• infinitive: to peak
• gerund: peaking
• participle: peaked

Origin and Evolution of peaky

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'peaky' originated from the Middle English word 'pekish', which meant sickly or feeble.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'peaky' has evolved to also include describing someone as pale or having a peak-like appearance, in addition to being sickly or feeble.