PUKKA Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

pukka

adjective

ˈpə-kə

variants also pucka

Definition of pukka

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

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Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley There may still be questions about whether the romance between Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley was genuine, and their secret, quick-turn overseas wedding didn't help matters.

— Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 3 July 2026
This is a film with genuine heart and authenticity that reflects modern Britain while speaking to audiences far beyond its borders.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 3 July 2026

Definition of genuine

Adjective

Spot prices reflect real-time market trading and serve as a benchmark for futures contracts, ETFs and retail bullion pricing.

— USA TODAY, USA Today, 8 July 2026
Since the homemade icing on the cake is so sweet, and the real star of the show, my mom always opts for a lighter chocolate cake mix, like milk chocolate, instead of dark chocolate or fudge.

— Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026

Definition of real

Adjective

This underscores how Apple's control over its devices, from hardware to software, limits true ownership and poses challenges for long-term digital preservation.

— Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
If religion is corrupted by breaking down the wall of separation, much the same is true of the state.

— Kenneth Seeskin, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026

Definition of true

Adjective

Refine a portfolio piece, build a small prototype, or share a draft with someone who gives honest notes.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026
County officials have repeatedly warned that fraudulent claims take money away from public services and shift the tax burden to honest taxpayers.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 5 July 2026

Definition of honest

Adjective

All this to say, there is a lot of room for new shows to break into the Outstanding Drama Series category, but not many certified hits both on a commercial and critical level to be a shoo-in.

— Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 6 July 2026
For much of her decades-long career, Madonna has been known as not only a genre-bending talent and headline-grabber, but also a certified hitmaker.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

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