spunky

• Используется в американском английском для описания человека, особенно молодого, как смелого, решительного и полного духа.

Used in American English to describe someone, especially a young person, as being brave, determined, and full of spirit.

1. Courageous and determinedB2informal

   Showing a brave and determined spirit, especially in the face of difficulty.

   Смелый и решительный

   • The spunky little girl stood up to the school bully.
   • He gave a spunky performance despite his injury.
   • Her spunky attitude helped her overcome many obstacles.

   Синонимыbravecourageousdaringdeterminedfearlessfeistygutsypluckyresolutespirited

   Антонимыcowardlyfaint-heartedfearfulspiritlesstimid

2. Willing to face dangerB2informal

   Having a bold and fearless nature, ready to confront risky situations.

   Отважный

   • The spunky firefighter ran into the burning building.
   • She is a spunky adventurer who loves extreme sports.
   • His spunky approach to life often gets him into trouble.

   Синонимыboldbravecourageousdaringfearlessgutsyheroicintrepidpluckyvaliant

   Антонимыcowardlycravenfearfulpusillanimoustimid