balky

Phonetic Respelling: [ baw-kee ]

Definition:

adj. stopping short and refusing to go on

Sentence:

The balky mule refused to move.

More example sentences:

The balky mule refused to move.

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Synonyms:

balking; uncooperative; contrary

Antonyms:

cooperative

How many syllables in balky?

2 syllables Play Syllables Game

Divide balky into syllables:

balk-y

Balky rhymes:

Two Syllable Rhymes
- gawky
- haughey
- stalky
- talkie
- talky
- walkie
Three Syllable Rhymes
- milwaukee

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