adjective
- superlative form of plunky; having a dull, hollow sound; making a plunk sound
- superlative form of plunky; most lacking in courage or spirit; most timid or weak
Usage: informal; often used to describe musical instruments or objects that produce a characteristic hollow or muted tone
Usage: informal; chiefly North American
Examples
- That old guitar has the plunkiest sound of any instrument in the pawn shop.
- He gave the plunkiest performance of the entire competition.
- The plunkiest notes came from the broken piano in the basement.
- She made the plunkiest excuse for missing the meeting.
- Of all the string instruments, that one produces the plunkiest tone.