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Definition of sucky

sucky

/ˈsʌk.i/
suck · y
Adverb:suckily
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sucky Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

North American Extremely bad, unpleasant, inferior, or disappointing.

Example

"Getting caught in a sudden downpour without an umbrella was a pretty sucky way to end the afternoon."

2

Canadian Whiny, tearful, or overly needy and babyish in behavior.

Example

"The toddler became tired and sucky after missing his usual afternoon nap."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Sucky' is strictly informal slang and should be avoided in formal, academic, or professional writing.

• Rhymes for sucky

• Nearby Words

suckiness
suckle
suckling
sucky
sucre
sucrose
suction

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sucky. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sucky
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