Funking — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb

Meaning & Definition of Funking

Funking (verb)

  1. to become frightened and shrink back
  2. to be afraid of, dread
  3. to shrink from undertaking or facing

Funking (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in dodging, ducking

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Funking

The most common words with a similar meaning to Funking:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Funking

Words with the opposite meaning of Funking:

Word Forms of Funking

Inflections: funked, funks

Origin & Etymology of Funking

First known use: circa 1746i

Frequently Asked Questions about Funking

What does "Funking" mean?

"Funking" means to become frightened and shrink back. As a verb, it is defined as: to become frightened and shrink back.

What is another word for "Funking"?

Other words for "Funking" include dodging, ducking, shirking, sidestepping, avoiding, eschewing, shunning and eluding. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Funking" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Funking"?

There are 11 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Funking". Common alternatives include dodging, ducking, shirking, sidestepping, avoiding, eschewing, shunning, eluding, escaping and evading.

What is the opposite of "Funking"?

Antonyms of "Funking" include bearding, braving, brazening, breasting, confronting, daring, defying and facing.

Is "Funking" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Funking" is a verb.

What is the origin of the word "Funking"?

First known use: circa 1746i.

What is another word for "Funking" meaning "as in dodging, ducking"?

When "Funking" (verb) means as in dodging, ducking, synonyms include dodging, ducking, shirking, sidestepping, avoiding and eschewing. Opposites in this sense include bearding, braving, brazening and breasting.

What are the forms of "Funking"?

The word forms of "Funking" include funked and funks.