skunky

[ skuhng-kee ]

adjective

, skunk·i·er, skunk·i·est.

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of a skunk:

   a skunky odor.

2. having a disagreeable or tainted character:

   beer with a skunky taste.

3. Informal. mean and nasty; contemptible.

Other Words From

• skunki·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of skunky¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; skunk + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Scientists have finally sniffed out the molecules behind marijuana’s skunky aroma.

From Science News

While many people think it reeks, some cannabis users will pay top dollar for skunky grass, which some consider an indicator of quality.

From Science News

It had started to go a little skunky on the second day, but after a week it was like he had a dead animal stuck to his shoulder.

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