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US/ˈwɪm.zɪ.kəl/
UK/ˈwɪm.zɪ.kəl/
playful and unusual in a way that is amusing or charming rather than serious
In context
The café is full of whimsical touches, like teacups hanging from the ceiling.
Studio Ghibli films are known for their whimsical characters and worlds.
Her whimsical drawings of cats have millions of followers online.
Words that go with whimsical
adjective + noun
- whimsical touchColorful socks add a whimsical touch to a formal suit.
- whimsical styleThe illustrator's whimsical style suits children's books.
- whimsical humorThe play mixes sadness with whimsical humor.
- whimsical designThe playground has a whimsical design based on fairy tales.
adverb + adjective
- slightly whimsicalThe hotel's design is modern and slightly whimsical.