Gunkiest: meaning, definitions and examples

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gunkiest

 

[ ˈɡʌŋkiest ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

slang use

The term 'gunkiest' is often used to describe something that is the most dirty, messy, or unkempt in appearance. It is an informal term, commonly used in expressions related to a lack of tidiness or the presence of excessive grime. This word conveys an exaggerated notion of filth or disorder, emphasizing its highly undesirable state. Characters or settings described as 'gunkiest' may evoke a sense of neglect or chaos, making it a vivid descriptor in colloquial conversations.

Synonyms

dirtiest, grimiest, messiest.

Examples of usage

  • This place is the gunkiest I’ve ever seen!
  • I can’t believe he left the gunkiest dishes in the sink.
  • That old garage is the gunkiest spot in the neighborhood.

Translations

Translations of the word "gunkiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais sujo

🇮🇳 सबसे गंदा

🇩🇪 schmutzigsten

🇮🇩 paling kotor

🇺🇦 найбрудніший

🇵🇱 najbrudniejszy

🇯🇵 最も汚い

🇫🇷 le plus sale

🇪🇸 el más sucio

🇹🇷 en kirli

🇰🇷 가장 더러운

🇸🇦 الأكثر قذارة

🇨🇿 nejšpinavější

🇸🇰 najšpinavší

🇨🇳 最脏

🇸🇮 najbolj umazan

🇮🇸 sófið

🇰🇿 ең лас

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ბინძური

🇦🇿 ən çirkli

🇲🇽 el más sucio

Etymology

The word 'gunkiest' is derived from the slang term 'gunky', which originated in the mid-20th century in the United States. The roots of 'gunky' can be traced back to the word 'gunk', which refers to a sticky or dirty substance. The word 'gunk' itself first appeared in print around the 1940s, often used to describe a mixture of grime, dirt, or any unpleasant residue. Over time, the suffix '-iest' was added to create the superlative form 'gunkiest', indicating the highest degree of messiness or dirtiness. The informal nature of the term reflects the casual use of language for expressing disgust or disdain in everyday conversation.