Spunkiest: meaning, definitions and examples
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spunkiest
[ ˈspʌŋ.ki.ɪst ]
personality trait
Spunkiest is the superlative form of 'spunky', which describes someone who is full of energy, courage, and determination. It highlights a spirited and lively disposition, often used to characterize individuals who are brave and have a zest for life.
Synonyms
boldest, liveliest, most energetic, most spirited.
Examples of usage
- She was the spunkiest performer in the competition.
- Despite the challenges, he remained the spunkiest member of the team.
- The spunkiest child in the class always leads the group activities.
Translations
Translations of the word "spunkiest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais atrevido
🇮🇳 सबसे साहसी
🇩🇪 der mutigste
🇮🇩 paling berani
🇺🇦 найсміливіший
🇵🇱 najodważniejszy
🇯🇵 最も勇敢な
🇫🇷 le plus audacieux
🇪🇸 el más atrevido
🇹🇷 en cesur
🇰🇷 가장 대담한
🇸🇦 الأكثر جرأة
🇨🇿 nejodvážnější
🇸🇰 najodvážnejší
🇨🇳 最勇敢的
🇸🇮 najpogumnejši
🇮🇸 ráðandi
🇰🇿 ең батыл
🇬🇪 ყველაზე თავხედური
🇦🇿 ən cəsarətli
🇲🇽 el más atrevido
Etymology
The term 'spunky' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the word 'spunk', which means a spark or a small amount of fire, and later evolved to refer to a spirited person. The usage of 'spunky' in American English began appearing in literature and colloquial speech, describing someone who possesses an adventurous spirit or shows a considerable amount of boldness. Over time, the superlative form 'spunkiest' developed to emphasize the highest degree of such characteristics. The association with energy and refusal to back down is what retains the word's presence in contemporary language, especially in informal and positive contexts.