Definition

Having a slender and graceful appearance, often associated with ethereal or delicate qualities.

Example

The dancer moved with a sylphlike grace that captivated the audience.

Conversation

Have you seen that new dancer in our class?

Yeah, she moves so sylphlike — it's mesmerizing!

I know, right? Her grace really inspires me to improve.

Same here! I wish I could dance with such sylphlike elegance.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Sylphlike** → It is formed from "sylph" (from German *Sylph*, meaning a slender, graceful spirit or being) and "-like" (meaning resembling or having the characteristics of). The word "sylphlike" describes something that resembles or has the qualities of a sylph, particularly in being graceful and airy.

Memory Tip

Think of a "sylph" as a graceful spirit, and remember that "sylphlike" means resembling that graceful spirit.

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