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Definition of wonkily

wonkily

/ˈwɑːŋ.kɪ.li/
won · ki · ly
Adjective:wonky
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wonkily Lexical Profile

wonkily Game Scores & Validity

• adverb

1

In a crooked, unsteady, or off-center manner; askew or awry.

Example

"The antique picture frame hung wonkily on the plaster wall after the minor tremor."

2

In a faulty, erratic, or improperly functioning manner.

Example

"The old printer began behaving wonkily whenever we tried to load heavy cardstock."

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• Nearby Words

wondrously
wongi
wonk
wonkily
wonkiness
wonky
wonsan

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