puckish
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- puckishly adjective
- puckishness noun
Etymology
Origin of puckish
Example Sentences
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From the book’s stylish design and the author’s puckish photo, the reader may imagine that its contents will be playful.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026
Richard’s voice—so puckish and irreverent, singing “burn baby burn,” even talking about burning calories—was so unserious that it was infectious.
From Salon • Jul. 25, 2024
Along the way, it casts a jaundiced eye at the callous American lust for guns and money, and takes puckish pleasure in reminding us that we’ll all be shadows like Elmer soon enough.
From New York Times • Mar. 10, 2024
He looked as puckish as Alfred E. Neuman as he shrugged his shoulders and put out his hands.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2024
Then, laughing, he slides down and away, throwing a puckish glance back to see if I’ll follow.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
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