Pronunciation: [pˈiːkɪə] (IPA) 
The word "peakier" is an adjective that means more pointed or sharp. It is pronounced /ˈpiːkiər/ (PEE-kee-er). The letter combination "ea" in "peakier" represents the long vowel sound /iː/ (ee), as in "peak" or "beak". The additional letter "i" after "k" signifies that the "k" sound is followed by the short vowel sound /ɪ/ (ih), as in "pick" or "wick". Therefore, the word "peakier" is spelled phonetically to reflect its pronunciation.
"Peakier" is an adjective used to describe something or someone that exhibits peak-like qualities or characteristics, often in terms of physical appearance or condition. The term can describe an individual, object, or even a landscape that appears pointed, sharp, or forming a pinnacle-like shape.
When used in reference to a person, "peakier" typically implies a more slender, gaunt, or skeletal physique. It suggests that the individual may have lost weight, resulting in a more angular or bony appearance. The term can also be applied to someone who appears tired or lacking vitality due to prolonged exertion or illness.
In the context of objects or landscapes, "peakier" is associated with structures that have a sharp or pointed top, resembling a mountain peak or pinnacle. It can describe some mountain ranges, jagged cliffs, or even pyramids due to their distinct sharpness and angular formations.
Overall, "peakier" encapsulates a visual representation of sharpness, angularity, and a slender appearance. It implies a distinctive physical state that may evoke either a sense of beauty or concern, depending on the context. The term is commonly used in descriptive and informal conversations to illustrate a particular physical state or shape.
The word "peakier" is derived from the adjective "peaky". The etymology of "peaky" can be traced back to the word "peak", which originally comes from Middle English and Old Norse.
In Middle English, "pek" or "pic" referred to a pointed or conical object, such as a mountain peak. This word was further influenced by the Old Norse word "pík" meaning "point" or "sharp end". Over time, "peak" took on the sense of a mountain summit or the topmost point of anything.
In the 19th century, the adjective "peaky" emerged, initially used to describe someone with a pointed or thin face, often associated with a sickly or pale appearance. This use likely originated from the idea of a peak or pointed top, in this case, referring to a person's facial features.
