Meaning & use
whimsical
Playfully unusual or fanciful, often in a lighthearted and unpredictable way.
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The children's book featured whimsical illustrations of animals that could talk.
Her whimsical sense of style always included something bright and unexpected.
A note on using this word
Whimsical suggests a charming, playful unpredictability, often used for art, design, or personality rather than serious matters.
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Words with an opposite meaning
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