grisettish

/ɡrɪˈsɛtɪʃ/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of Griswold, typically humorous or ironic, especially in relation to a family or group

“The family’s chaotic holiday gathering was a quintessential grisettish display of love and mayhem.”

2. noun

a person or group that embodies the qualities of Griswold, often in a humorous or ironic manner

“The family’s eccentric great-uncle was the epitome of a grisettish figure.”

Synonyms

  • humorously dysfunctional
  • quaintly eccentric

Antonyms

  • conventionally normal
  • seriously dysfunctional