Elfish and Impish

Elfish

Elfish adjective - Given to good-natured joking or teasing.
Usage example: an elfish comedian who often played lovable drunks and wisecracking sidekicks

Impish is a synonym for elfish in mischievous topic. In some cases you can use "Impish" instead an adjective "Elfish".

Nearby Words: elfin, elf

Impish

Impish adjective - Tending to or exhibiting reckless playfulness.

Elfish is a synonym for impish in elfin topic. You can use "Elfish" instead an adjective "Impish".

Nearby Word: impishly
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