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impish
adjective imp·ish \ˈim-pish\
: having or showing a playful desire to cause trouble : playful and mischievous
Full Definition of IMPISH
: of, relating to, or befitting an imp; especially : mischievous
— imp·ish·ly adverb
— imp·ish·ness noun
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First Known Use of IMPISH
1652
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IMPISHNESS Defined for Kids
impish
adjective imp·ish \ˈim-pish\
Definition of IMPISH for Kids
: playful and mischievous <an impish glance>
— imp·ish·ly adverb <He grinned impishly.>
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