Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
punk
Noun/Adjective
/pʌŋk/
Definition
A term used to describe a genre of music, a subculture, or a style of behavior often associated with rebellion.
Examples
- She listens to punk music every day.
- The punk scene in the city is vibrant and full of energy.
- He dressed in punk fashion, with leather jackets and spiked hair.
Meaning
Punk refers to a cultural movement, music genre, and attitude that emerged in the 1970s, characterized by loud, aggressive music and a DIY ethic.
Synonyms
- Rebel
- Delinquent
- Anarchist