Definition

In a way that is playful, fanciful, or unpredictable, often showing a sense of humor or imagination.

Example

The children danced whimsically in the garden, pretending to be fairies.

Conversation

Did you see how she decorated her room?

Yes, it looks so whimsically charming!

I love how she mixes colors and patterns.

Exactly! It really reflects her personality.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Whimsically → It is formed from "whimsy" (from Old English *hwimsy*, meaning a fanciful idea or notion) and the suffix "-ically" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "whimsically" means in a fanciful or playful manner.

Memory Tip

Think of a fanciful idea ('whimsy') and how it is expressed 'in a manner' ('-ically') — that's why whimsically means to act in a playful or fanciful way.

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