Synonyms for

Wacky

Verb / ˈwæki: / Another word for wacky — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

funny or amusing in a slightly odd or peculiar way

Synonyms & similar words

sappy silly balmy aroundthebend cracked roundthebend daft bats fruity kookie loco goofy nuts batty zany kooky buggy haywire whacky cockamamie crackers barmy loopy bonkers dotty zany kooky quirky eccentric offbeat whimsical fanciful odd weird strange unusual goofy silly absurd ridiculous outrageous wild crazy madcap insane

Synonyms by register

Formal

eccentric unconventional quirky idiosyncratic

Informal

crazy nuts bonkers loony kooky

Literary

capricious fantastical whimsical

Antonyms

sensible normal conventional ordinary serious sober rational

Common collocations

  • wacky ideas
  • wacky sense of humor
  • wacky outfit
  • wacky plan
  • wacky behavior
  • wacky movie
  • wacky inventions

Word family

adjective wacky
adverb wackily

Usage note

Wacky is an informal term used to describe something or someone that is amusingly strange or eccentric. It generally carries a positive or neutral connotation, suggesting harmless oddity rather than serious mental instability.

Example sentences

  1. The wacky scientist had a potion that made people invisible.
  2. Her wacky sense of humor always brightened up the room.
  3. The wacky rollercoaster ride made my stomach feel funny.
  4. The wacky hat she wore was covered in feathers and glitter.
  5. His wacky dance moves made everyone laugh.

Quotes

  • You're entirely bonkers. But I'll tell you a secret. All the best people are. - Lewis Carroll
  • “I'm a little wacky. I like to have fun.” - Tori Spelling
  • “It's a wacky and wonderful world, and I love playing in it.” - Tony Hale

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