whimsical

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whimsical

(adjective)

Meaning

playfully quaint or fanciful

Example

"The whimsical decorations in her room made it feel like a fairy tale."

Synonyms

playfulfancifulquirky

Antonyms

seriousmundane

More about this word

Word origin
From 'whim' which denotes a sudden idea or desire.
Related word forms
  • noun: whimsy

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