pukka

adjective

ˈpə-kə How to pronounce pukka (audio)
variants also pucka
Definition of pukkanext
as in genuine
being exactly as appears or as claimed wondering whether the old-looking ivory box was pukka—or just something recently manufactured in China

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Recent Examples of pukka And if my name were Nikki or Bobby, the state of the state would be pukka — sorry, strong. — Anand Giridharadas, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2016
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pukka
  1. genuine
  2. authentic
  3. real
  4. true
  5. honest
  6. certified
Adjective
  • The 2012 edition showed us there was genuine appetite for Dracula in audio, and that the epistolary structure of letters and diary entries actually works beautifully when performed by multiple voices.
    — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The organizations that succeed over the next decade will likely have invested in a culture that breeds adaptability through genuine empathy, honest communication and support.
    — Suzanne Konstance, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of genuine
Adjective
  • The pizzeria has been ranked by the 50 Top Pizza Italian guide for six years in a row, noted for its authentic Neapolitan pizza.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026
  • There’s been a lot of talk about candidates being authentic, being relatable.
    — Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of authentic
Adjective
  • That so-fake-it’s-real argument has underpinned many provocative artistic movements over the years.
    — Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 3 Nov. 2026
  • In short, this study showed how the material responds to mechanical force, temperature, and chemical changes, but its effectiveness in real propulsion systems remains to be established.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of real
Adjective
  • The backstory Kromo is the first hotel in Thailand under the Curio Collection by Hilton, a brand known for its independent boutique hotels that stay true to their local identity.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Gentile’s feature directorial debut, American Murderer, was a true-crime thriller starring Tom Pelphrey, Ryan Phillippe, Idina Menzel, and Jacki Weaver.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of true
Adjective
  • Keeping a running list of questions that go beyond the scope of what the agent was built to handle functions as an honest product roadmap.
    — Rob Green, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • And when side effects feel unbearable, patients deserve honest conversations about their options.
    — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of honest
Adjective
  • The model runs through 42 agencies statewide and 105 certified consultants, serving roughly 17,300 caregivers a year.
    — Raginee Sudhir Chaurey, CNN Money, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Chief among the changes is a requirement to visit all archeological sites beyond Hanga Roa with a certified guide.
    — Mark Johanson, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of certified

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