Elfish and Starchy

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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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Starchy is an antonym for elfish.

Nearby Words: elfin, elf

Starchy adjective - Marked by or showing careful attention to set forms and details.

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Elfish is an antonym for starchy.

Nearby Words: starched, starch, starching

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