Punk

Pronunciation: /pʌŋk/

Definitions of punk

noun a style or movement characterized by the adoption of aggressively unconventional and often bizarre or shocking clothing, hairstyles, makeup, etc., and the defiance of social norms or standards

Example Sentences

A1 My brother is a punk rocker.

A2 She likes to listen to punk music.

B1 The punk movement originated in the 1970s.

B2 The punk subculture is known for its rebellious attitude.

C1 The punk fashion style includes ripped jeans and band t-shirts.

C2 The punk rock band's concert was sold out within minutes.

Examples of punk in a Sentence

formal The punk rock movement of the 1970s had a significant impact on music history.

informal I love listening to punk music at loud volumes.

slang That guy is such a punk, always causing trouble.

figurative Her rebellious attitude was like a punk rock anthem in a sea of conformity.

Grammatical Forms of punk

• past tense: punked
• plural: punks
• comparative: punker
• superlative: punnkest
• present tense: punk
• future tense: will punk
• perfect tense: have punked
• continuous tense: is punking
• singular: punk
• positive degree: punk
• infinitive: to punk
• gerund: punking
• participle: punked

Origin and Evolution of punk

First Known Use: 1596 year

Language of Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Story behind the word: The word 'punk' originated in the 16th century in Scotland and was used to refer to a prostitute or a young criminal.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'punk' evolved to also describe a rebellious or anti-establishment person, particularly in the punk subculture of the 1970s. It has since been used to describe a style of music, fashion, and attitude associated with punk rock.