gnarly Meaning & Definition
/ˈnɑːli/
What Does Gnarly Mean?
Gnarly is used as an adjective meaning Having or characterized by gnarls; gnarled. It can also mean Excellent; attractive.
Gnarly in Brief
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈnɑːli/ |
| Synonyms | crooked, knotted and knotty |
| Comparative / superlative | gnarlier, gnarliest |
Gnarly Definition (Adjective)
- Having or characterized by gnarls; gnarled.
a gnarly stump
- Excellent; attractive.
a gnarly dude
- Dangerous; difficult.
a gnarly problem
- Unpleasant, awful, ugly. Of music or a sound: harsh.
- Of music or a sound: harsh.
Adjective
- Unpleasant, awful, ugly.
Synonyms of Gnarly
Gnarly synonyms and antonyms →Gnarly in a Sentence
a gnarly stump
a gnarly dude
a gnarly problem
Word Forms & Grammar
gnarly (comparative gnarlier, superlative gnarliest)
Words That Rhyme With Gnarly
Origin of Gnarly
From gnarl (“knot in wood”) + -y. The slang senses were particularly popularized by US surf culture in the 1970s.[1]
Quick Answers About Gnarly
What part of speech is gnarly?
Gnarly is an adjective.
What is another word for gnarly?
You can replace gnarly with words such as crooked, knotted and knotty. See the full list of gnarly synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of gnarly?
The comparative form is gnarlier and the superlative form is gnarliest.