What does puppyish mean?
Puppyish means With the playful, innocent, eager-to-please or energetic qualities of a puppy..
Puppyish
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
With the playful, innocent, eager-to-please or energetic qualities of a puppy..
Example Sentences
He found his subordinate's puppyish enthusiasm a trifle wearing.
Synonyms for puppyish
Antonyms for puppyish
Related Words
Word Forms
- more puppyish
- most puppyish
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for puppyish?
Common synonyms include immature, young, puppylike.
What is the opposite of puppyish?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use puppyish in a sentence?
He found his subordinate's puppyish enthusiasm a trifle wearing.
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