Pronunciation: [ɡˈʌŋkiə] (IPA) 
The word "gunkier" is spelled with a /g/ sound at the beginning followed by a long /u/ sound represented with the letters "un". The /n/ sound is then followed by a /k/ sound and a short /i/ sound represented with the letters "ie". Finally, the word ends with an /r/ sound. The IPA phonetic transcription for "gunkier" is /ˈɡʌn.ki.ər/. This word is commonly used to describe something that is more covered in gunk than something else.
"Gunkier" is an adjective that describes something as having a greater amount or consistency of gunk, which refers to a sticky, viscous, or nasty substance. It is a comparative form of the adjective "gunky," meaning that it is used to compare one thing's level of gunkiness to another, specifically indicating a higher or more pronounced degree of gunk.
The term "gunky" is often used colloquially to describe substances that are greasy, slimy, or dirty, and may have a thick consistency that clings or adheres to surfaces. When something is described as "gunkier," it implies an intensification of these attributes. For example, one may describe a dirty and grimy engine as "gunkier" than a slightly dirty one, indicating that it has more accumulated grease, oil, or other contaminants.
The adjective "gunkier" can also be applied more broadly to non-physical contexts, such as a person's behavior or communication. In this sense, it would suggest that the person's actions or words have become more unpleasant, deceitful, or morally objectionable. Similarly, it can be used metaphorically to describe situations or events that have become increasingly messy, complicated, or unmanageable.
Overall, "gunkier" is a term that highlights the heightened level of gunkiness in various aspects, ranging from physical substances to non-tangible aspects like behaviors and situations.
The word "gunkier" is derived from the noun "gunk". The origin of "gunk" is uncertain, but it is believed to have emerged in the early 20th century as an onomatopoeic word, imitating the sound or quality of something sticky or gooey. Over time, the noun "gunk" extended its meaning to any kind of icky, sticky, or unpleasant substance. The adjective "gunkier" was later formed by adding the suffix "-ier" to "gunk", indicating a comparative form of the word.
