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View synonyms for peaky

peaky

[ pee-kee ]

adjective

, peak·i·er, peak·i·est.


peaky

/ ˈpiːkɪ /

adjective

  1. wan, emaciated, or sickly


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Other Words From

  • peaki·ly adverb
  • peaki·ness noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of peaky1

First recorded in 1870–75; peak(ed) 2 + -y 1

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Word History and Origins

Origin of peaky1

C16: of uncertain origin

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Example Sentences

There are peaky, dark mountains beyond this—just as across the vast bay are gloomy hills.

His peaky little beard, and the way he carried himself, as well as the quickness of his movements, told one that.

You're gittin' peaky ez a sick kitten, an' saller ez a punkin; you'll be down with fevers an' agers nex'.

The Norwegian Nis was like a strong-shouldered child, in a coat and peaky cap, who carried a pretty blue light at night.

He's a peaky little chap; it comes of being a poet, I think.

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