What is another word for whimsically?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪmzɪkli] (IPA)

Whimsically is a word that describes something done in a playful or imaginative way. Some synonyms for whimsically include fancifully, playfully, sprightly, reflexively, impetuously, capriciously, and spontaneously. These synonyms convey the sense of doing something with a mischievous or unpredictable spirit, without taking oneself too seriously. They evoke a sense of lightness and joyfulness, and can be used to describe anything from a piece of art to a person's mannerisms. Using synonyms for whimsically allows for more variety and nuance in language, and can help paint a more vivid picture of a scene or character.

What are the hypernyms for Whimsically?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the opposite words for whimsically?

Whimsically is an adverb that means in a capricious or fanciful manner. Its antonyms are words that signify seriousness, practicality, or straightforwardness. One antonym for whimsically is logically, which means in a manner that adheres to reasoned arguments or sound principles. Another antonym is methodically, which means in an orderly, systematic, and disciplined manner. Pragmatically is also an antonym for whimsically, meaning in a manner that is practical and realistic. Finally, solemnly is another antonym that means with great seriousness, gravity, or sobriety, and is the complete opposite of the light-hearted and fanciful nature of whimsically.

What are the antonyms for Whimsically?

Usage examples for Whimsically

She looked rather whimsically round the walls of the room.
"Night and Day"
Virginia Woolf
Even Master Simon had lost his usual vivacity, and had assumed a most whimsically solemn face, which he is apt to do on all occasions of ceremony.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
Though the main ground-work of his opinions is correct, yet he has a thousand little notions, picked up from old books, which stand out whimsically on the surface of his mind.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving

Famous quotes with Whimsically

  • It has an air about it of having strolled in from the street with a few tricks up its sleeve, and if everybody would relax, please, it would do its best to pass the time whimsically.
    Walter Kerr
  • Is earnest enough, may earnest attract or lead to light; Is light enough, if hands in clumsy frenzy, flimsy whimsically, enlist; Is light enough when this bewilderment crying against the dark shuts down the shades? Dilute confusion. Find and explode our mist.
    Gwendolyn Brooks

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