punchable

Inviting a slug

Punchable describes a face or person that inspires an urge to punch—not from any specific offense, but from an ineffable quality that provokes irritation: He has one of those punchable faces.

The word captures instant, visceral dislike, often based on appearance alone.

Almost always appears as punchable face.

physical

face

Head's anterior surface

  • jawBone holding teeth
  • smugExcessively self-satisfied
  • annoyingCausing mild irritation

irritating · smirk · expression · features · mug · visage · cheekbones · chin · nose · smugness

personality

obnoxious

Extremely disagreeable in manner

entitled · arrogant · smug · patronizing · pretentious · conceited · self-satisfied · snobbish · cocky · boastful

comedic

villain

Wicked story antagonist

jerk · douchebag · Karen · Chad · sitcom · caricature · stereotype · nemesis · rival · foil

Opposites
physical/emotional reaction provoked

punchablehuggable

Inviting physical affection

cuddly · kissable · squeezable · embraceable · snuggly

likability/social appeal

punchableendearing

Arousing fondness or affection

lovable · adorable · charming · likable · sweet

Family

punch, punching, punched, punches, punchy, puncher, counterpunch, punchers, counterpunching

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG