Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
skookum
adjective
/ˈskuː.kəm/
Definition
A term used in the Pacific Northwest that indicates something is impressive or excellent.
Examples
- The skookum performance left the audience in awe.
- He was a skookum hunter, known for his skills in the wilderness.
- This steak is skookum; it’s the best I’ve ever tasted!
Meaning
Skookum is often used to describe something that is strong, powerful, or of high quality.
Synonyms
- impressive
- awesome
- formidable
