adj. Consisting of, containing, or abounding in rock or rocks.adj. Resembling or suggesting rock; firm or hard.adj. Steadfast or stubborn; unyielding: her rocky heart. adj. Marked by obstructions or difficulties: the rocky road to success. adj. Inclined or prone to sway or totter; unsteady or shaky: a rocky shelf. adj. Appearing inclined to fail; discouraging or disappointing: had a rocky start, but managed to succeed. adj. Weak, dizzy, or nauseated, especially as a result of the excessive intake of alcohol or drugs.