Definition

Having a thin, delicate, or feathery quality; more wispy than something else.

Example

The wispier clouds floated gently across the sky.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen the new hairstyle that Sarah got?

Yeah, it's definitely wispier than her last one.

I think it really suits her, though.

I agree! It gives her a more playful look.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wispier → It is formed from "wisp" (from Old English *wisp*, meaning a small bundle or a thin, delicate thing) and the suffix "-ier" (indicating a comparative form). The word "wispier" means more like a wisp, or thinner and more delicate than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'wisp' as a thin, delicate bundle, and remember that 'wispier' means something that is even more thin and delicate.

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