DictionarydankExcellent quality
adjective

dank

Exceptionally good or potent, in slang.

These dank tacos make this little restaurant worth the drive.

Etymology

The slang developed through praise for strong-smelling, potent cannabis. The favorable judgment then broadened to things considered exceptionally good or impressive.

More examples

  • The dispensary sells some of the dankest cannabis in town.
  • She puts on a dank beat, and everyone starts dancing.
  • Your homemade brownies are seriously dank.

Forms

dank · danker · dankest

Similar words

excellent
Excellent praises overall quality without the slang or potency implication.
potent
Potent emphasizes strength or effect rather than overall quality.