punchy (ˈpʌntʃɪ
)
Definitions
adjective
Word forms: punchier, punchiest
- an informal word for punch-drunk
- informal incisive or forceful ⇒
a punchy article
Alternative Forms
ˈpunchily adverb ˈpunchiness nounSynonyms
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effective,
spirited,
dynamic,
lively,
storming,
aggressive,
vigorous,
forceful,
incisive,
in-your-face,
Usage examples
I'd been at the mine for about twelve hours and I was getting a little punchy.
, Roses are for the Rich (1985)uk) to provide concise, punchy reviews or articles on current medical topics.
British Medical Journal (2002)``Either City's Got the Blues, which is a song about Hobart, or Too Much Living To Do, which is a punchy , fast boogie.
The Mercury, Sunday Tasmanian (2004)The defender was red-carded two years ago after getting punchy with a bouncer.
Sun, News of the World (2004)Even for full length shots the follow through should bc curtailed so that the swing is more punchy.
, Winning Golf for Women (1993)