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BNC: 48567 COCA: 42994

kittenish

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kittenish /ˈkɪtn̩ɪʃ/ adjective
kittenish
/ˈkɪtn̩ɪʃ/
adjective
Learner's definition of KITTENISH
[more kittenish; most kittenish]
: cute and playful in a way that attracts attention活泼轻佻的;卖弄风情的
BNC: 48567 COCA: 42994

kittenish

adjective

kit·​ten·​ish
ˈkit-nish,
ˈki-tᵊn-ish How to pronounce kittenish (audio)
: resembling a kitten
especially : coyly playful
kittenishly adverb
kittenishness noun

Synonyms

Example Sentences

she couldn't see the point in being kittenish about it and decided to just ask him out
Recent Examples on the Web An aspiring dancer, Hawn first came into public view in the mid-’60s with a windswept blonde bob that paired perfectly with a set of kittenish flicks. Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 21 July 2022 The bi-seasonal moment took the form of a kittenish cat eye, the sharp wing afforded a sunny disposition with a pressing of metallic white and yellow gold across lids, the hue more saturated at the center. Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2021 Awesome that there are women who are very gentle, others who are comfortable in their skin, young women, pretty women, women who are kittenish and and radiant. Corey Seymour, Vogue, 10 May 2021 MAC Pro Longwear Fluidline is pulled on with a diminutive pointed brush, the resulting kittenish flick delineated with a touch of Bioderma cleansing water for a flawless finish. Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2021 In her videos, Morgan combines lighthearted, kittenish pep talk with nimble self-promotion, often delivered while reclining on a chaise longue, Cleopatra-style. Naomi Fry, The New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2020 To augment the buoyant mane maneuver, Grande opted for a swing of black eyeliner, the kittenish flick coupled with lush black lashes and a dusting of frosty, shimmering shadow and diamante earrings. Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2020 Human beings are beguiled by the mysterious aloofness of cats; their prowess as hunters; their sensuous, sculpted bodies; their elegant, acrobatic grace and agility; their kittenish curiosity and mischief; and their regal dignity. Richard Lederer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Sep. 2019 Note the unsurpassed sophistication of Feuillère’s elegant presence, her inspirational teaching of Racine, Corneille, and Watteau that sparks her infatuated pupils and Simon’s kittenish sensuality, which compels yet disturbs them. Armond White, National Review, 21 Aug. 2019 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kittenish was in 1753
BNC: 48567 COCA: 42994

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