Devilish
Devilish adjective - Going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount.
Fay and devilish are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Fay" instead an adjective "Devilish".
Nearby Words: devil, devilishly
Fay
Fay adjective - Given to good-natured joking or teasing.
Usage example: with her slight build and perky manner, the actress was usually cast as the fay young woman who charms all the men in town
Devilish and fay are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Devilish" instead an adjective "Fay".
Nearby Word: faye
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