What it means
- (noun) A narcotics addict, especially a heroin user.
- (noun) (by extension) An enthusiast of something. “English people are travel junkies, but Americans hardly ever leave their state.”
Word notes
The term "junkies" derives from the root word "junk," which historically referred to discarded materials, evolving to describe substances of low value, including narcotics. This word is part of a family that includes related terms like "junk" and "junkyard," each carrying connotations of waste and neglect. Within its lexical neighborhood, "junkies" specifically identifies individuals who have developed a dependency on narcotics, particularly heroin. The word encapsulates a complex social issue, often associated with the struggles of addiction, recovery, and societal stigma. As the language surrounding drug use evolves, so too does the perception of those labeled as junkies, highlighting the ongoing discourse about addiction and its implications.
Letter analysis
- Junkies contains 7 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
- It uses 7 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 2.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 18.
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- abdomen
- abducts
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- abettor
- abiding
- ability
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- abolish
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Words starting with JUN
- junco
- juncoes
- juncos
- junction
- junctions
- juncture
- junctures
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- jungles
- junior
- juniors
- juniper
- junipers
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- junked
- junker
- junkers
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Common questions
What does Junkies mean?
A narcotics addict, especially a heroin user.
How many letters are in Junkies?
Junkies has 7 letters.
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