Elfish and Grim

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Elfish adjective - Given to good-natured joking or teasing.

Usage example: an elfish comedian who often played lovable drunks and wisecracking sidekicks

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Grim is an antonym for elfish.

Nearby Words: elfin, elf

Grim adjective - Harsh and threatening in manner or appearance.

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Elfish is an antonym for grim.

Nearby Words: grimy, grimly, grimed

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