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spunky

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Adj — Spirited, plucky, and full of courage.

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Informal; note it also has a vulgar British slang sense related to "spunk" (semen), so context matters.

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What does “spunky” mean?

The word “spunky” means spirited, plucky, and full of courage. In plain terms, full of pluck and courage, often used affectionately about someone feisty.

How do you pronounce “spunky”?

“Spunky” is pronounced SPUHNG-kee (/ˈspʌŋki/ in IPA).

How do you use “spunky” in a sentence?

Here is “spunky” used in a sentence: “The spunky heroine refuses to back down from a challenge.”

What part of speech is “spunky”?

“Spunky” is an adjective.

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