Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
junky
noun
/ˈjʌŋki/
Definition
A term that refers to someone who is addicted to drugs or has a strong inclination towards something of little value.
Examples
- After years of struggle, he managed to break free from being a junky.
- She realized that collecting junky trinkets was a waste of money.
Meaning
Junky often carries a negative connotation, implying dependency or desperation.
Synonyms
- addict
- druggie
- feeder
- crackhead
- ne’er-do-well
