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Meaning of whimsical
The primary meaning of "whimsical" is related to a feeling or mood of lighthearted, fanciful, or playful humor.
Etymology of whimsical
The word "whimsical" has its roots in the early 17th-century English word "whim", which is derived from the Old English word "hwimian", meaning to be fanciful or capricious
The suffix "-ical" is added to form an adjective, indicating a relation to or characteristic of the root word
Historically, the word "whimsical" was used to describe something or someone that is playfully quirky or humorously unpredictable
Synonyms
fanciful
quirky
playful
humorous
lighthearted
carefree
fancied
capricious
arbitrary
unpredictable
offbeat
eccentric
irregular
fantastical
imaginative
inventive
creative
dreamy
airy
flighty
dotty
scatterbrained
frivolous
witty
comical
amusing
jocular
jesting
teasing
bantering
frolicsome
sportive
merry
lively
vivacious
sprightly
buoyant
effervescent
volatile
mercurial
changeable
inconstant
variable
inconsistent
erratic
fitful
spasmodic.
Definitions
- Playful, fanciful, or humorous, especially in an appealing or charming way
- Given to sudden, unpredictable changes in attitude or behavior
- Having a feeling or mood of lighthearted, fanciful, or playful humor
Usage Examples
- The artist's whimsical paintings captured the imagination of the public
- Her whimsical sense of humor made her a delight to be around
- The novel's whimsical plot twists kept readers engaged and curious
Antonyms
serious
solemn
somber
gloomy
dreary
dull
mundane
ordinary
conventional
traditional
predictable
stable
consistent
constant
steady
sober
grave
staid
stern
austere
severe
grim
glum
sullen
morose
melancholy
dismal
depressing
drear
cheerless
joyless.