Synonyms for
Punk
Definition
A worthless person.
Synonyms & similar words
hood
thug
bum
punkrock
cheap
strongarmer
sleazy
chintzy
kindling
hoodlum
spunk
goon
cheesy
toughie
tinny
touchwood
tough
tinder
punkrocker
crummy
rascal
scoundrel
villain
rogue
miscreant
hooligan
delinquent
hoodlum
thug
criminal
outlaw
troublemaker
malefactor
felon
lawbreaker
blackguard
knave
cad
heel
snake
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- punk rock
- punk band
- punk attitude
- punk fashion
- punk movement
- punk aesthetic
- punk subculture
Word family
Usage note
The term 'punk' can refer to a subculture, a musical genre, or a type of person. Its connotation can range from rebellious and anti-establishment to derogatory, depending on context.
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Example sentences
- The punk threw rocks at the window.
- The punk stole candy from the store.
- The punk was always getting in trouble.
- The punk skipped school and got detention.
- The punk thought he was too cool for the rules.
Quotes
I'm not a punk. I'm not a fashion item.
You're a punk, so now you're dead!
I'm probably the only punk who doesn't drink.