Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wanky
Adjective
/ˈwæŋ.ki/
Definition
Wanky is a slang term often used to describe something that is pretentious, silly, or lacking in substance.
Examples
- He gave a wanky speech that nobody understood.
- The movie was so wanky, I couldn’t take it seriously.
- She has a tendency to get wanky when discussing her art.
Meaning
In informal usage, ‘wanky’ can refer to behavior or actions that are considered overly self-indulgent or ostentatious. It may also describe something that is exaggerated or unnecessarily complicated.
Synonyms
- Pretentious
- Ostentatious
- Pompous
- Ridiculous
