adj
puckish
Puckish (adj) means Inclined to play pranks or tease others with silly jokes; mischievous.
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Inclined to play pranks or tease others with silly jokes; mischievous.
"They are so puckish for their love of practical jokes."
"She has a puckish attitude."
"He has a puckish sense of humor."
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Etymology
Formed from Puck and -ish, named after the mischievous fairy of English folklore who also appears as a character in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.
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What is the meaning of puckish?
"puckish" (adj) means inclined to play pranks or tease others with silly jokes; mischievous.
What is another word for puckish?
Other words for "puckish" include prankish, arch, implike, mischievous, impish, wicked.
What is the opposite of puckish?
Opposites of "puckish" include sober, serious.
