Hinky
adjective
Suspicious or having an unusual feeling about something.
He seemed a bit hinky when he refused to share his plans.
Usage tips
Informal
hinky situation,hinky behavior,hinky feeling
adjective
Not quite right or somewhat strange; may suggest something hidden.
There's something hinky about that deal they're offering.
Usage tips
Informal
hinky deal,hinky situation,hinky business
adjective
Suspicious or having an unusual feeling about something.
He seemed a bit hinky when he refused to share his plans.
Usage tips
Informal
hinky situation,hinky behavior,hinky feeling
adjective
Not quite right or somewhat strange; may suggest something hidden.
There's something hinky about that deal they're offering.
Usage tips
Informal
hinky deal,hinky situation,hinky business
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding 'hinky' in a casual conversation often reflects suspicion or distrust.
When something feels off, it’s okay to describe it as 'hinky'.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Use 'hinky' in informal settings; avoid in professional contexts.
Instead of saying 'hinky', try to use 'suspicious' in official discussions.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotion
The term often conveys a sense of discomfort or wariness.
Describing a person as 'hinky' indicates you might have doubts about their honesty.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding 'hinky' in a casual conversation often reflects suspicion or distrust.
When something feels off, it’s okay to describe it as 'hinky'.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Use 'hinky' in informal settings; avoid in professional contexts.
Instead of saying 'hinky', try to use 'suspicious' in official discussions.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotion
The term often conveys a sense of discomfort or wariness.
Describing a person as 'hinky' indicates you might have doubts about their honesty.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding 'hinky' in a casual conversation often reflects suspicion or distrust.
When something feels off, it’s okay to describe it as 'hinky'.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Use 'hinky' in informal settings; avoid in professional contexts.
Instead of saying 'hinky', try to use 'suspicious' in official discussions.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotion
The term often conveys a sense of discomfort or wariness.
Describing a person as 'hinky' indicates you might have doubts about their honesty.
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