Junkier: meaning, definitions and examples
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junkier
[ ˈdʒʌŋkiər ]
inferior quality
The term 'junkier' is a comparative form of the adjective 'junky,' which describes something that is of poor quality or in a state of disrepair. It often refers to items that are not only unsatisfactory but also possibly worthless. This term can be used in various contexts, such as comparing types of furniture, electronics, or other possessions that are considered substandard or undesirable. It accentuates the lack of value or appeal in comparison to something else.
Synonyms
inferior, more worthless, shoddier, worse.
Examples of usage
- This car is junkier than my old one.
- The second-hand store had a lot of junkier items.
- His junkier choices made the project less appealing.
Translations
Translations of the word "junkier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 lixo
- escombro
- coisa de pouco valor
🇮🇳 कचरा
- कचरे का सामान
- निष्क्रिय
🇩🇪 Müller
- Schrott
- wertlos
🇮🇩 sampah
- barang tidak berharga
- tidak berguna
🇺🇦 сміття
- недоречний
- непотріб
🇵🇱 śmieć
- rupieć
- bezwartościowy
🇯🇵 ゴミ
- 廃棄物
- 無価値なもの
🇫🇷 déchet
- chose sans valeur
- ordure
🇪🇸 basura
- cosa sin valor
- deshecho
🇹🇷 çöp
- değersiz şey
- atık
🇰🇷 쓰레기
- 잡동사니
- 무가치한 것
🇸🇦 قمامة
- نفايات
- شيء عديم القيمة
🇨🇿 odpad
- bezcenná věc
- šrot
🇸🇰 odpad
- bezcenná vec
- šrot
🇨🇳 垃圾
- 废物
- 无价值的东西
🇸🇮 odpad
- neuporabno
- brez vrednosti
🇮🇸 rusl
- gagnslaus
- óhreinindi
🇰🇿 қоқыс
- құнсыз зат
- артық зат
🇬🇪 ნაგავი
- უვარგისი
- არაფრისგან
🇦🇿 tullant
- dəyərsiz şey
- nümunə
🇲🇽 basura
- cosa sin valor
- desecho
Etymology
The word 'junk' has its origins traced back to the 14th century, derived from the Latin word 'juncus' which means 'rush' or 'bulrush, a type of plant.' In Middle English, 'junk' referred to waste or discarded material, evolving over the centuries to broadly encompass items deemed of little worth. The comparative form 'junkier' emerged as a colloquial extension of this term, reflecting an attempt to qualify the degree of undesirable quality of objects. Its usage increased with the rise of consumer culture, as products were often produced with varying levels of quality. As society became more aware of environmental issues, the term also began to describe not just physical items, but the throwaway culture and mindset associated with consumerism. This indicates a shift in how societies value material goods, leading to a heightened awareness of what is considered 'junk' and the implications of waste.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,634, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.