rocky

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adjective rockier, rockiest

  1. full of or containing rocks
  2. consisting of rock
  3. like a rock; firm, hard, unfeeling, etc.
  4. full of obstacles or difficulties: the rocky road to success

adjective rockier, rockiest

    1. inclined to rock, or sway; unsteady; wobbly
    2. uncertain; shaky
  2. Slang weak or dizzy, as from illness; unwell

See rocky in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective rock·i·er, rock·i·est
  1. Consisting of, containing, or abounding in rock or rocks.
  2. a. Resembling or suggesting rock; firm or hard.
    b. Steadfast or stubborn; unyielding: her rocky heart.
  3. Marked by obstructions or difficulties: the rocky road to success.

Related Forms:

  • rockˈi·ness noun

adjective rock·i·er, rock·i·est
  1. a. Inclined or prone to sway or totter; unsteady or shaky: a rocky shelf.
    b. Appearing inclined to fail; discouraging or disappointing: had a rocky start, but managed to succeed.
  2. Weak, dizzy, or nauseated, especially as a result of the excessive intake of alcohol or drugs.

Related Forms:

  • rockˈi·ness noun

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