wonky

adjective (wonky, wonkier, wonkiest) — informal

«wonky» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

(informal, UK, Australia) Wonky means crooked, not straight or not level. tree →
(informal) Wonky means shaky, weak or not working properly, as in a wonky table or wonky Wi-Fi. tree →

In the lessons

In everyday life, people say the picture is wonky, a wonky tooth, wonky vegetables (odd-shaped vegetables sold cheaply to cut waste). In art and design lessons, a wonky line is not straight; use a ruler. In stories, a wonky old house leans over.

Examples

That picture on the wall is wonky. tree →
My bike wheel is a bit wonky. tree →
The table's wonky; put a coaster under the leg. tree →
Supermarkets sell wonky carrots cheaply. tree →
He has a wonky smile. tree →
The Wi-Fi is wonky today. tree →

Note

Informal; in formal writing say crooked, uneven or faulty. Comparatives: wonkier, wonkiest. Not related to Willy Wonka.

On Mova

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