Pronunciation

/sʌk/

Definitions

Noun

• Suck (as in ‘sucker’): A person who is easily deceived or manipulated, often in a humorous or lighthearted context.
• Suck (as in ‘sucking’): The act of drawing in air or liquid through the mouth, typically forcefully or inefficiently.

Verb

• To suck (at something): To perform poorly or with difficulty in a particular activity or skill.
• To suck in: To draw air, liquid, or other substances into one’s mouth or lungs.
• To be sucked into: To become involuntarily involved in something, often due to fascination or lack of control.

Adjective

• Sucky: Of poor quality or unsatisfactory; unpleasant or unappealing.

Adverb

• Suckily: In a sucking manner.

Phrases

• “Suck at a task” implies being incompetent or lacking skill in a specific activity.
• “Get sucked into a situation” describes becoming entangled unintentionally.
• “A sucking chest wound” refers to a severe injury causing difficulty breathing.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He was just a sucker for her smooth talk.”
• Verb: “She sucked on her straw to finish her drink quickly.”
• Adjective: “The movie was a sucky attempt at horror.”
• Adverb: “He sucked in a deep breath before diving into the cold water.”

Synonyms

• Poor
• Unskilled
• Mediocre
• Lackluster
• Disappointing

Antonyms

• Skilled
• Talented
• Excellent
• Impressive
• Satisfactory