plucky

adjective

ˈplə-kē 

pluckier; pluckiest

: spirited, brave

pluckily

ˈplə-kə-lē 

adverb

pluckiness

ˈplə-kē-nəs 

noun

Examples of plucky in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The story of a plucky Canadian station in the golden era of alternative radio is headed to PBS. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 July 2026

Thirteen consecutive July victories have lifted the plucky Boston Red Sox into playoff position two weeks before the trade deadline. — Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 20 July 2026

After an impressive run, the plucky underdogs were knocked out in a thrilling match by Argentina, but the team returned home national heroes nonetheless. — Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

In other words, Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass is exactly like The Wizard of Oz, complete with a plucky young woman from the Sunflower State. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 9 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1840, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for plucky

• bucky
• lucky
• mucky
• unlucky

Kids Definition

plucky

adjective

ˈplək-ē 

pluckier; pluckiest

: courageous, brave