Hunky — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈhəŋ-kē/

Meaning & Definition of Hunky

Hunky (adjective)

  1. being a hunk, attractive and usually well-built

Hunky (noun)

  1. a person of central or east European birth or descent

Hunky (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in studly

    similar: studly (slang), foxy, nubile, alluring, seductive, sultry, vampish, vampy, bodacious, desirable, dishy, hot, luscious, sexy, toothsome

Related Entry: Hunky-dory (adjective)

Hunky-dory is a different word from Hunky. The synonyms below are for hunky-dory, not for hunky.

  1. being to one's liking

    "if she just agrees to cooperate, everything will be hunky-dory"

    similar: agreeable, all right, alright, copacetic, ducky, fine, good, jake (slang), OK, palatable, satisfactory
    related: delectable, delicious, delightful, dreamy, felicitous, gratifying, nice, pleasant, pleasing, scrumptious, welcome, acceptable, adequate, decent, passable, tolerable
    opposite: disagreeable, unsatisfactory
    near: bad, deficient, inferior, lousy, poor, punk, substandard, unacceptable, wanting, wretched, mediocre, middling, second-class, second-rate

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Hunky

The most common words with a similar meaning to Hunky:

Slang: studly
foxy, nubile, alluring, seductive, sultry, vampish, vampy, bodacious, desirable, dishy, hot, luscious, sexy, toothsome

Word Forms of Hunky

Inflections: hunkier, hunkiest, Hunkies

Origin & Etymology of Hunky

alteration of Hungarian

First known use: 1890

Words & Phrases Containing Hunky

hunky-dory

Frequently Asked Questions about Hunky

What does "Hunky" mean?

"Hunky" means being a hunk, attractive and usually well-built. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: being a hunk, attractive and usually well-built.

What is another word for "Hunky"?

Other words for "Hunky" include studly, foxy, nubile, alluring, seductive, sultry, vampish and vampy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Hunky" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Hunky"?

There are 15 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Hunky". Common alternatives include studly, foxy, nubile, alluring, seductive, sultry, vampish, vampy, bodacious and desirable.

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

"Hunky" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Hunky"?

"Hunky" is pronounced /ˈhəŋ-kē/.

What is the origin of the word "Hunky"?

"Hunky" comes from alteration of Hungarian. First known use: 1890.

What is another word for "Hunky" meaning "as in studly"?

When "Hunky" (adjective) means as in studly, synonyms include studly, foxy, nubile, alluring, seductive and sultry.

What does "Hunky" mean as an adjective?

As an adjective, "Hunky" means: being a hunk, attractive and usually well-built.