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rocky

 

[ ˈrɒki ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

mountains

consisting of or abounding in rock or rocks

Synonyms

boulder-covered, rock-strewn, stony

Examples of usage

  • rocky terrain
  • rocky cliffs overlooking the ocean
Context #2 | Adjective

uneven surface

uneven and difficult to travel on because of rocks or pebbles

Synonyms

jagged, rough, uneven

Examples of usage

  • a rocky path
  • the rocky road ahead
Context #3 | Noun

boxing

a contestant or fighter

Synonyms

boxer, fighter, pugilist

Examples of usage

  • The boxer was known as 'The Rocky'

Translations

Translations of the word "rocky" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rochosos

🇮🇳 पथरीला

🇩🇪 felsig

🇮🇩 berbatu

🇺🇦 скелястий

🇵🇱 skalisty

🇯🇵 岩の多い

🇫🇷 rocailleux

🇪🇸 rocoso

🇹🇷 kayalık

🇰🇷 암석의

🇸🇦 صخري

🇨🇿 skalnatý

🇸🇰 skalnatý

🇨🇳 多岩石的

🇸🇮 skalnat

🇮🇸 klettótt

🇰🇿 тасты

🇬🇪 ქვიანი

🇦🇿 qayalıq

🇲🇽 rocoso

Etymology

The word 'rocky' originated from the Middle English word 'rokky' which meant full of rocks. It has been used to describe terrain, surfaces, and even individuals in various contexts. The term 'rocky' gained popularity through its association with the famous fictional boxer 'Rocky Balboa' portrayed by Sylvester Stallone in the 'Rocky' film series.

See also: rock, rockfish, rocking, rocks.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,222 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.