How many syllables in kinky?

There are 2 syllables in the word kinky.

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Definition of kinky:

kinky (adjective):: closely twisted or curled; (of hair) in small tight curls.; given to unusual sexual practices

Synonyms for kinky:

abnormal

bizarre

bizarro

crazy

crisp

curious

curly

degenerate

depraved

deviant

eccentric

erratic

extraordinary

fantastical

far-out

freaky

frizzly

funky

funny

kookie

kooky

licentious

nappy

odd

off-the-wall

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Antonyms for kinky:

clean

decent

ethical

normal

straight

uncurled

untwisted

usual

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