Synonyms for

Punk

Verb / pʌŋk / Another word for punk — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A worthless person.

Synonyms & similar words

goon touchwood hoodlum spunk sleazy strongarmer cheesy tough kindling tinny punkrock bum crummy chintzy hood thug tinder cheap punkrocker toughie rascal scoundrel villain rogue miscreant hooligan delinquent hoodlum thug criminal outlaw troublemaker malefactor felon lawbreaker blackguard knave cad heel snake

Synonyms by register

Formal

rebel dissident nonconformist outsider

Informal

rebel outsider misfit troublemaker hoodlum

Literary

rogue urchin vagabond

Antonyms

conformist traditionalist establishment mainstream orthodox

Common collocations

  • punk rock
  • punk band
  • punk attitude
  • punk fashion
  • punk movement
  • punk aesthetic
  • punk subculture

Word family

noun punk
adjective punk

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.

Example sentences

  1. The punk threw rocks at the window.
  2. The punk stole candy from the store.
  3. The punk was always getting in trouble.
  4. The punk skipped school and got detention.
  5. 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.

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