Puckishness (Noun)
Meaning
The trait of behaving like an imp.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- His mischievous grin hinted at a puckishness that made me wary of trusting him completely.
- The children's laughter and playful teasing were evidence of their natural puckishness.
- The actor's portrayal of the character's puckishness brought a much-needed levity to the otherwise dark drama.
- With a twinkle in her eye, she displayed a puckishness that was both charming and intimidating.
- The artist's use of bright colors and whimsical shapes in her paintings reflected her own puckishness and sense of humor.