waggish
UK: ˈwæɡɪʃ | US: ˈwæɡɪʃ
Definition
adj. humorous in a playful, mischievous, or witty way
adj. characterized by or given to joking or jesting
Structure
wag <mischievous person>ish <adjective suffix>
Etymology
The word "waggish" derives from "wag," an archaic term for a humorous or mischievous person (likely linked to the verb "wag," suggesting playful movement). The suffix "-ish" turns it into an adjective, implying a quality of jesting or lighthearted humor. The term emerged in the late 16th century, reflecting the playful spirit of jesters or witty individuals.
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