plucky
Plucky (adj) means Brave and determined, especially when facing difficult odds. Example: “The plucky underdog team fought to the final whistle.”
How to use plucky
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShowing spirited courage, often used admiringly for someone facing a tough challenge.
Word forms
pluckier comparative, pluckiest superlative
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The _____ underdog team fought to the final whistle.
Etymology
Formed from "pluck" (courage, nerve) plus the adjective-forming suffix "-y".
Synonyms
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Rhymes for plucky
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What does “plucky” mean?
The word “plucky” means brave and determined, especially when facing difficult odds. In plain terms, showing spirited courage, often used admiringly for someone facing a tough challenge.
How do you pronounce “plucky”?
“Plucky” is pronounced PLUH-kee (/ˈplʌki/ in IPA).
How do you use “plucky” in a sentence?
Here is “plucky” used in a sentence: “The plucky underdog team fought to the final whistle.”
What part of speech is “plucky”?
“Plucky” is an adjective.