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Definition of girlish

girlish

/ˈɡɜːr.lɪʃ/
girl · ish
Adverb:girlishly
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1

Of, relating to, or characteristic of a young girl, especially in terms of youthful freshness, innocence, or liveliness.

Example

"Despite her years in public office, she retained a girlish enthusiasm for community projects."

2

Considered weak, timid, or overly delicate in a manner stereotypically associated with a young girl (often used disparagingly of a boy or man).

Example

"The coach scolded the players for their girlish complaints about the cold weather."

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• Rhymes for girlish

• Nearby Words

girlfriend
girlhood
girlie
girlish
girlishly
girlishness
girly

Word Origin & Etymology

Recorded in the mid-16th century, formed from Middle English 'girle' (young person or female child) combined with the suffix '-ish' denoting resemblance.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Girlish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/girlish
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