Yoink

Pronunciation: /jɔɪŋ/

Definitions of yoink

interjection used to express the action of quickly taking something away from someone else, often playfully or humorously

Example Sentences

A1 Yoink! I took the last cookie from the jar.

A2 Yoink! That's my seat you're sitting in.

B1 Yoink! I grabbed the remote before anyone else could.

B2 Yoink! I quickly snatched the document off the table.

C1 Yoink! The thief stole the painting right off the wall.

C2 Yoink! The magician made the coin disappear in a flash.

Examples of yoink in a Sentence

formal The thief swiftly yoinked the priceless painting from the museum.

informal I saw a cool pen on the desk and yoinked it for myself.

slang Yoink that last slice of pizza before someone else grabs it!

figurative She yoinked the opportunity to lead the project and showcase her skills.

Grammatical Forms of yoink

• past tense: yoinked
• plural: yoinks
• comparative: more yoink
• superlative: most yoink
• present tense: yoinks
• future tense: will yoink
• perfect tense: have yoinked
• continuous tense: is yoinking
• singular: yoink
• positive degree: yoink
• infinitive: to yoink
• gerund: yoinking
• participle: yoinked

Origin and Evolution of yoink

First Known Use: 1987 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'yoink' is believed to have originated as onomatopoeia, imitating the sound of something being quickly snatched or grabbed.

Evolution of the word: Originally used as a playful or humorous expression to accompany a quick or sudden action of taking something, 'yoink' has since evolved to be commonly used in internet culture and memes to humorously signify taking or stealing something in a lighthearted manner.