Gunky
adjective
Describing a substance that is sticky and dirty, often causing inconvenience.
The gunky residue left on the dishes made them hard to clean.
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Informal
gunky mess,gunky texture,gunky substance
adjective
Relating to any thick or sticky substance that makes a surface messy.
The engine was full of gunky oil, which needed to be changed.
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Neutral
gunky glue,gunky paint,gunky cleaner
adjective
Describing a substance that is sticky and dirty, often causing inconvenience.
The gunky residue left on the dishes made them hard to clean.
Usage tips
Informal
gunky mess,gunky texture,gunky substance
adjective
Relating to any thick or sticky substance that makes a surface messy.
The engine was full of gunky oil, which needed to be changed.
Usage tips
Neutral
gunky glue,gunky paint,gunky cleaner
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
A metaphorical use of 'gunky' can refer to feelings or thoughts that are unclear or messy.
My mind feels gunky after working on that project all day.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Use 'gunky' in casual conversation to express annoyance at dirtiness.
This car is so gunky, I need to wash it.
Pro Tip 3/3Connotation
'Gunky' often carries a negative connotation, implying that something is unattractive or inconvenient.
The gunky oil spilled everywhere.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
A metaphorical use of 'gunky' can refer to feelings or thoughts that are unclear or messy.
My mind feels gunky after working on that project all day.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Use 'gunky' in casual conversation to express annoyance at dirtiness.
This car is so gunky, I need to wash it.
Pro Tip 3/3Connotation
'Gunky' often carries a negative connotation, implying that something is unattractive or inconvenient.
The gunky oil spilled everywhere.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
A metaphorical use of 'gunky' can refer to feelings or thoughts that are unclear or messy.
My mind feels gunky after working on that project all day.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Use 'gunky' in casual conversation to express annoyance at dirtiness.
This car is so gunky, I need to wash it.
Pro Tip 3/3Connotation
'Gunky' often carries a negative connotation, implying that something is unattractive or inconvenient.
The gunky oil spilled everywhere.
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