rocky
Pronunciation: [ˈrɑːki]
Word
Context: "physical characteristics"
(adjective) when the ground or surface has many rocks or is uneven. Imagine walking on a path filled with stones and bumpy parts; that path would be rocky.
Example
We enjoyed walking along the rocky beach, picking up interesting stones.
Example
The smooth road was not rocky at all, making it easy to ride a bike.
Example
Is the mountain trail rocky enough for hiking?
Context: "emotional or relationship stability"
(adjective) when something is not stable or has difficulties. If a friendship or situation often has problems, you might say it is rocky, like a road with many bumps.
Example
Their relationship was rocky at first, but they worked hard to make it better.
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The couple's relationship is not rocky; they get along very well.
Example
Did you think their friendship would remain rocky over time?
Context: "weather or conditions"
(adjective) when the weather or sea conditions are rough or choppy, making it hard to travel. Like if you are on a boat and the waves are very bumpy, you could say the sea is rocky.
Example
The rocky sea made the boat ride exciting!
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The lake was calm and not rocky at all today.
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How rocky will the sea get during the storm?
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