Meaning of wacky in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈwæki/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   wacky

   Definitions

   1. pungent adjectives of disesteem

   Examples

   • « gave me a cockamamie reason for not going »
   • « wore a goofy hat »
   • « a silly idea »
   • « some wacky plan for selling more books »

   Synonyms

   • foolish
2. 2. informal or slang terms for mentally irregular

   Examples

   • « it used to drive my husband balmy »

   Synonyms

   • insane