Vocabulary Entry

skank

|noun • verb • adjective

noun

A derogatory term for a promiscuous woman.

Example Sentences

"The term 'skank' is often used to insult women."

"She was unfairly labeled a skank by her peers."

"Using such language only perpetuates harmful stereotypes about women."

verb

Example Sentences

"They felt uncomfortable watching her skank at the party."

"It's not right to skank around just for attention."

"Some people feel that the media encourages teens to skank."

adjective

Example Sentences

"He wore a skank outfit that drew disapproving looks."

"The skank behavior of the characters in the show was criticized."

"They avoided skank venues when planning their night out."