adj

punky

PUHNG-kee

Punky (adj) means having the style, attitude, or look associated with punk music and culture. Example: “She had a punky haircut with streaks of pink.”

adj

Having the style, attitude, or look associated with punk music and culture.

"She had a punky haircut with streaks of pink."

How to use punky

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving a punk-rock style or attitude.

Word forms

punkier comparative, punkiest superlative

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Rhymes for punky

junky funky hunky chunky spunky

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Frequently asked questions

What does “punky” mean?

The word “punky” means having the style, attitude, or look associated with punk music and culture. In plain terms, having a punk-rock style or attitude.

How do you pronounce “punky”?

“Punky” is pronounced PUHNG-kee (/ˈpʌŋki/ in IPA).

How do you use “punky” in a sentence?

Here is “punky” used in a sentence: “She had a punky haircut with streaks of pink.”

What part of speech is “punky”?

“Punky” is an adjective.