fey

/feɪ/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or showing a delicate, fanciful, or enchanting quality

“She had a fey and imaginative approach to storytelling.”

2. noun

a mythical being, especially a fairy or sprite, often depicted as mischievous or magical

“In folklore, the fey were believed to inhabit the forest and mountains.”

3. noun

a person or thing that is delicate and fanciful in appearance or nature

“The fey beauty of the sunset was breathtaking.”

4. adverb

in a delicate, fanciful, or enchanting way

“The story unfolded fey and magical, captivating the audience.”

Synonyms

  • fairy-like
  • whimsical

Antonyms

  • grim
  • unenchanting