whimsical
Say it: WIM-zih-kul /ˈwɪmzɪk(ə)l/ · adjective
What “whimsical” means
Playfully unusual, like something from a charming daydream.
More precisely: Playfully quaint, fanciful or unusual.
Example: “The café's whimsical decor includes teacups hanging from the ceiling.”
When to use it
Use it for imaginative designs, stories or ideas with a charming, fanciful quality, especially when they feel gently surprising.
Similar words
fanciful, quirky, playful
Quick check
A garden has tiny doors in tree trunks and watering cans shaped like sleepy dragons. Its style is…
whimsical or functional?
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whimsical
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