Definition

Having characteristics or qualities similar to a faun, which is a mythological creature that is part human and part goat.

Example

The artist's sculpture had a faunlike appearance, with playful features and a whimsical pose.

Conversation

Did you see that new art piece in the gallery?

Yeah, it had a really faunlike quality to it, didn't it?

I thought so too! It felt like something out of a fairy tale.

Exactly! It really captured that mystical vibe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Faunlike → It is formed from "faun" (from Latin "faunus", meaning a rural deity or nature spirit) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "faunlike" describes something that resembles or has characteristics of a faun, typically associated with nature or rustic qualities.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'faun', which is a nature spirit, and remember that 'faunlike' means resembling that spirit of nature.

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