Definition

Describing someone or something that often uses tricks or clever methods to deceive or outsmart others.

Example

The trickish magician amazed the audience with his clever illusions.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that magician's performance last night?

Yeah, it was amazing but a bit trickish at times!

I know what you mean; I couldn't tell how he did some of those tricks.

Exactly! It's all about the deception, isn't it?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trickish → It is formed from "trick" (from Middle English *trik*, meaning a cunning or deceitful act) and the suffix "-ish" (meaning having the quality of). The word "trickish" describes someone or something that has the quality of being cunning or deceitful.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'trick' as a cunning act, and the '-ish' means having that quality — so trickish means having the quality of being tricky.

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