May 4, 2026

whimsical

/ˈwɪmzɪk(ə)l/adjective

Charmingly odd, playful, or fanciful.

Example sentence

“The garden was decorated with whimsical sculptures of dancing animals.”

Affectionate where 'weird' is not: whimsical oddness charms rather than unsettles. Common for design, humor, and children's books.

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