Meaning of the word funk in English

What does funk mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

funk

US /fʌŋk/

UK /fʌŋk/

a state of depression or anxiety

Example:

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He's been in a funk all week.

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Don't let yourself get into a funk over small things.

Synonym:

depression melancholy despondency gloom doldrums

a type of music combining soul, jazz, and rhythm and blues, characterized by a strong, syncopated bass line and a prominent rhythm section

Example:

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I love listening to old school funk music.

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The band played a great funk groove.

to avoid or shrink from something out of fear or hesitation

Example:

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He was about to jump, but then he funked out.

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Don't funk on your responsibilities.

Synonym:

flinch recoil shrink balk dodge

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