Definition

Something that looks or is similar to a toy.

Example

The toylike design of the furniture made it appealing to children.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I saw that new action figure, and it looks so toylike!

Really? I thought it was supposed to be more realistic.

Yeah, but I kind of like the toylike design; it's fun!

I guess it adds a certain charm to it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Toylike → It is formed from "toy" (from Old English *tāg*, meaning a plaything or something to amuse) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "toylike" means resembling or characteristic of a toy.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'plaything' ('toy') that is 'similar to' something else — that's what toylike means.

Visually Confused Words