How to Pronounce "junkies"

word

/ˈdʒəŋkiz/

JUHNG-keez

/dʒˈʌŋkiz/

JUHNG-keez

Definition

An informal, often derogatory term for people addicted to drugs, especially heroin. Also used casually to describe someone obsessed with something.

American English

/ˈdʒəŋkiz/

British English

/dʒˈʌŋkiz/

JUHNG-keez

The park was known for attracting drug junkies at night.

Many junkies end up living on the streets.

She described herself as a total coffee junkie.

I'm a total adrenaline junkie — skydiving, bungee jumping, you name it.