kinky

adjective

ˈkiŋ-kē How to pronounce kinky (audio)
Definition of kinkynext
as in bizarre
different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion while passing through the airport, don't do anything kinky that is likely to draw the suspicion of security

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Recent Examples of kinky Ultimately, Aikens wants the restaurant to draw the kinky and non-kinky alike. — Victoria M. Walker, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 May 2026 Celebrity hairstylist Kim Kimble suggests every two to three days, and adds that kinky, natural coily hair should be conditioned before shampooing. — Aimee Simeon, Glamour, 7 May 2026 In some ways, this is a reference to all the weird, kinky stuff people in suburban America are into. — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2026 All three are mired in different, dispiriting versions of mid-life crises, and get involved in a kinky kinda sorta love triangle. — Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 24 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kinky
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kinky
  1. bizarre
  2. strange
  3. weird
  4. funny
  5. curious
  6. odd
  7. peculiar
  8. erratic
Adjective
  • Whatever ends up coming for Alpha, with their TV fragmented into a billion tiny screens, it’s bound to be bizarre.
    — Sasha Geffen, Pitchfork, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Former Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader's San Francisco Giants season has ended prematurely due to a bizarre scooter accident.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of bizarre
Adjective
  • That strange sense of incompletion hung over the Detroit Tigers’ clubhouse Saturday night.
    — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Having collaborated with his parents since the late 1980s, Berenstain was no stranger to furthering the family legacy.
    — Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of strange
Adjective
  • Chip Honcho seems unlikely to be enormously loved by the track money, but weirder things have happened.
    — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • This is a problem with anything that gets into that weird private equity, conglomerate zone.
    — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 30 July 2026
Definition of weird
Adjective
  • Bitingly funny in its comedy and wistful in its drama, the film rests on the delicate performance of newcomer Verma, a diminutive, age-appropriate actor who molds Ilyas in captivating ways.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 5 Aug. 2026
  • There are also funny cameos from Pete Davidson and Bobby Cannavale, both used well.
    — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of funny
Adjective
  • The best hobbies are the ones that keep you curious, connected, creative, and moving long before retirement.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 30 July 2026
  • One curious thing Pragiwaksono has had to adjust to is the two-drink minimum.
    — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 30 July 2026
Definition of curious
Adjective
  • Couples from Copenhagen enjoying a sunny weekend away, as well as the odd tourist.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • When the leagues decided to increase inter-league play, Houston moved because the odd-team out problem was no longer valid.
    — Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of odd
Adjective
  • But the story neatly captures the peculiar limbo of Housewifery — edging ever closer to fame and acceptance, but always one velvet rope short of both.
    — Maer Roshan, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The theater’s peculiar sense of humor has raised eyebrows in the past.
    — Andrew Lapin, Sun Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of peculiar
Adjective
  • Winds of that strength start to present a greater risk of erratic wildfire behavior and spread.
    — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
  • During the first 10 minutes of the workout, its heart rate readings seemed a bit erratic but normalized afterward.
    — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of erratic

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