wonkish

[ wong-kish ]

adjective

, Slang.

1. a variant of wonky ¹( def ).
2. a variant of wonky ²( def ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of wonkish¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

One source claimed it was “wonkish” to believe reform was a priority, and it wouldn’t necessarily raise any extra cash that might be useful for the Treasury coffers.

From BBC

Friedman, who could pass for an art school professor with her blue-framed statement glasses, slightly oversized suits and occasionally magenta-tinted long bob, is wonkish and deliberate.

From Los Angeles Times

Even if Biden chooses to scale back his proposed fuel economy targets — or former President Donald Trump does away with them in a potential second term — the wonkish petroleum equivalency update will make it harder for automakers to use EV sales as a powerful counterbalance to gas-powered car sales.

From Seattle Times

In recent days, the parties have engaged in an unusual level of public sniping over a wonkish bill with the seemingly humble aim of reducing fossil fuel emissions from heaters in homes and other buildings.

From New York Times

It’s a common stage in the life cycle of a certain kind of wonkish professional.

From Washington Post