Punchy definition

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Groggy or dazed from or as if from a punch or series of punches; punch-drunk.
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Forceful; vigorous.
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(figuratively, of a person) Being over-reactive to routine events.

I was so sleep deprived I was starting to get punchy.

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Characterized by vigor or drive.
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Behaving or appearing punch drunk.
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The definition of punchy is something forceful or with a strong impact.

An example of punchy is a strong sound made by an instrument that affects audiences.

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(skiing) A term used by Nordic skiers (especially skate skiers) to describe groomed snow that does not support the weight of a skier, especially when the skier's weight is all on one ski, resulting a ski punching through the surface of the snow.
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(dated) Short and thick; fat; paunchy.
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Other Word Forms

Adjective

Base Form:
punchy
Comparative:
punchier
Superlative:
punchiest

Punchy Sentence Examples

  • This tune has crisp and punchy beats and breaks.

  • The 902 gets the balance about right, but really punchy players might feel they're being held back a tad.

  • Words that involve violence are often quite punchy sounding.

  • The book is well written, in the same style as Paul 's two novels, with short punchy sentences and evocative language.

  • She blends her angelic voice perfectly with catchy hooks and punchy, guitar rocking beats.

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