wacky

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wacky

The comedian told a wacky joke that made everyone laugh.

Definition

Adjective: 1. Eccentric or irrational in a humorous or mildly crazy way: Describes something or someone that is amusingly strange, odd, or unconventional. 2. Foolish or nonsensical: Refers to ideas, plans, or behavior that are silly, impractical, or lacking good sense.

Usage

The word "wacky" is informal and often carries a playful, non-threatening connotation. It is used to describe things that are bizarre in a funny or endearing manner, rather than dangerously insane. It can modify nouns directly (e.g., a wacky idea) or be used predicatively (e.g., That idea is wacky).

Examples
  • Adjective:
    • He has a wacky sense of humor that always makes us laugh.
    • The movie's plot was completely wacky and unpredictable.
    • She came up with a wacky plan to travel across the country on a scooter.
Advanced Usage
  • "wacky tacky": A rhyming phrase used to describe something that is cheaply made and garishly or tastelessly eccentric in style.
    • The old roadside attraction was full of wacky tacky souvenirs.
Variants and Related Words
  • Wackily (adverb): In a wacky manner.
    • The room was decorated wackily with mismatched furniture and bright colors.
  • Wackiness (noun): The quality of being wacky.
    • The wackiness of the comedy show is its main appeal.
Synonyms
  • Zany: Amusingly unconventional and idiosyncratic.
  • Goofy: Silly, eccentric.
  • Kooky: Strange or eccentric in an amusing way.
  • Outlandish: Looking or sounding bizarre or unfamiliar.
  • Bizarre: Very strange or unusual.
Antonyms
  • Sensible: Chosen in accordance with wisdom or prudence.
  • Conventional: Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed.
  • Serious: Demanding careful consideration or application.
  • Sane: Of sound mind; not mad or mentally ill.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • "wacky ideas": A common collocation referring to silly or impractical thoughts.
    • He's always full of wacky ideas for new inventions.
  • "wacky adventures": Often used to describe stories or experiences that are humorously strange and exciting.
    • The book is about the wacky adventures of a time-traveling cat.
wacky

The comedian told a wacky joke that made everyone laugh.

Adjective
  1. informal or slang terms for mentally irregular
    • it used to drive my husband balmy
  2. ludicrous, foolish
    • gave me a cockamamie reason for not going
    • wore a goofy hat
    • a silly idea
    • some wacky plan for selling more books

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