What does PUNKY mean?

Word: Punky 1. Parts of Speech

Adjective

2. Definitions

1. Decayed or crumbly; like punk.
2. Soft or spongy; lacking firmness or solidity.
3. Having the characteristics of punk rock music or punk culture.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /ˈpʌŋki/

UK: /ˈpʌŋki/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "punky" originated from the word "punk," which means "rotten wood" or "tinder." It was first used in the 16th century to describe wood that was soft and crumbly. Later on, it was used to describe anything that was soft, spongy, or lacking firmness.

In the 1970s, the word "punky" took on a new meaning when it was used to describe the punk rock music and punk culture that emerged during that time. Today, the word is still used to describe anything that has the characteristics of punk rock music or punk culture.

5. Synonyms

• Decayed
• Crumbly
• Spongy
• Soft
• Firmless

6. Related Words

• Funky
• Hunky
• Bunky
• Junky
• Munky

7. Example Sentences

• The old log was so punky that it crumbled when touched.
• The apple was too punky to eat.
• She dressed in a punky style with a leather jacket and ripped jeans.