fairylike

/ˈfɛriˌlaɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of fairies, typically delicate, whimsical, or magical

“She had a fairylike quality to her dance, with a touch of magic in every step.”

2. noun

a quality or feeling of being fairylike

“The atmosphere had a fairylike quality to it, with fireflies twinkling in the evening air.”

Synonyms

  • delicate
  • enchanted
  • ethereal
  • whimsical

Antonyms

  • coarse
  • mundane
  • practical