Definition

The quality of being playful and mischievous, often in a way that is charming or amusing.

Example

The child's impishness made everyone laugh as he played harmless pranks on his friends.

Conversation

Have you noticed his impishness lately?

Yeah, it's like he's always up to something mischievous.

I think it makes him more fun to be around, though.

Definitely! His impishness adds a spark to our group.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Impishness → It is formed from "imp" (from Middle English *imp*, meaning a small mischievous creature) and "-ish" (meaning having the quality of) combined with "-ness" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "impishness" refers to the state of being mischievous or playful like an imp.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'imp' as a small, mischievous creature, and remember that 'impishness' describes the playful quality of being like that creature.

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