squawky

squawk·y

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [skwaw-kee]
- /ˈskwɔ ki/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [skwaw-kee]
- /ˈskwɔ ki/

Definitions of squawky word

adjective squawky unpleasantly discordant or harsh in sound; cacophonous. 1
adjective squawky tending to squawk, or characterized by harsh loud cries or screeches 0

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Origin of squawky

First appearance:

before 1895

One of the 18% newest English words

First recorded in 1895-1900; squawk + -y1

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Parts of speech for Squawky

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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squawky popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 51% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 54% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for squawky

adjective squawky

asperous — Rough, rugged, uneven.
caterwauling — the shrieking and yowling made by a cat, for example when it is on heat or fighting
creaking — Present participle of creak.
jangling — to produce a harsh, discordant sound, as two comparatively small, thin, or hollow pieces of metal hitting together: The charms on her bracelet jangle as she moves.

All 4 Synonyms of squawky