Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spunk
noun
/spʌŋk/
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Definition
Courage and determination in the face of difficulties.
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Examples
- Even though the odds were against her, she showed great spunk by continuing to fight for her dreams.
- It takes a lot of spunk to stand up for what you believe in.
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Meaning
Spunk refers to the spirit, liveliness, or bravery displayed by a person, especially when faced with challenges.
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Synonyms
- guts
- courage
- bravery
- spirit