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Quizzical

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈkwɪzɪkəl/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Quizzical is an adjective meaning Questioning or suggesting puzzlement.

Meaning

Questioning or suggesting puzzlement.

More Meanings

  1. Strange or eccentric.
  2. Jocose; humorous.

Example Sentences

But I did see things that aren't yet quite right, and at which I raised a quizzical eyebrow.

Synonyms for quizzical

Depending on context, synonyms include quizzic, quizzish, perplexed, playful, teasing, mocking.

quizzicquizzishperplexedplayfulteasingmockingquestioning

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include questioning, teasing, mocking, playful, perplexed, quizzish.

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