Elfin — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈel-fən/ elf·in

Meaning & Definition of Elfin

Elfin (adjective)

  1. of, relating to, or produced by an elf
  2. resembling an elf especially in its tiny size
  3. having an otherworldly or magical quality or charm

Elfin (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having an often mysterious or magical power to attract

    "the heroine in the story has an elfin beauty that men find irresistible"

    similar: alluring, appealing, attractive, bewitching, captivating, charismatic, charming, enchanting, engaging, entrancing, fascinating, fetching, glamorous, luring, magnetic, seductive
    related: absorbing, arresting, engrossing, enthralling, galvanic, gripping, hypnotic, hypnotizing, mesmerizing, riveting, spellbinding, enticing, tantalizing, tempting, exciting, haunting, interesting, intriguing, titillating, beckoning, inviting, winning, darling, delightful, pleasant, pleasing
    opposite: repellent, repelling, repugnant, repulsive, revolting, unalluring
    near: boring, irksome, tedious, tiresome, wearisome, abhorrent, abominable, appalling, awful, distasteful, hideous, horrendous, horrible, horrid, invidious, loathsome, nauseating, noisome, obnoxious, odious, offensive, shocking, sickening, drab, dreary, dull, flat, humdrum, jading, leaden, monotonous, pedestrian, ponderous

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Elfin

The most common words with a similar meaning to Elfin:

alluring, appealing, attractive, bewitching, captivating, charismatic, charming, enchanting, engaging, entrancing, fascinating, fetching, glamorous, luring, magnetic, seductive

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Elfin

Words with the opposite meaning of Elfin:

repellent, repelling, repugnant, repulsive, revolting, unalluring

Related Words for Elfin

absorbing, arresting, engrossing, enthralling, galvanic, gripping, hypnotic, hypnotizing, mesmerizing, riveting, spellbinding, enticing, tantalizing, tempting, exciting, haunting, interesting, intriguing, titillating, beckoning, inviting, winning, darling, delightful, pleasant, pleasing

Near Antonyms of Elfin

boring, irksome, tedious, tiresome, wearisome, abhorrent, abominable, appalling, awful, distasteful, hideous, horrendous, horrible, horrid, invidious, loathsome, nauseating, noisome, obnoxious, odious, offensive, shocking, sickening, drab, dreary, dull, flat, humdrum, jading, leaden

Origin & Etymology of Elfin

irregular from elf

First known use: 1590

Frequently Asked Questions about Elfin

What does "Elfin" mean?

"Elfin" means of, relating to, or produced by an elf. As an adjective, it is defined as: of, relating to, or produced by an elf.

What is another word for "Elfin"?

Other words for "Elfin" include alluring, appealing, attractive, bewitching, captivating, charismatic, charming and enchanting. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Elfin" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Elfin"?

There are 42 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Elfin". Common alternatives include alluring, appealing, attractive, bewitching, captivating, charismatic, charming, enchanting, engaging and entrancing.

What is the opposite of "Elfin"?

Antonyms of "Elfin" include repellent, repelling, repugnant, repulsive, revolting and unalluring. Near antonyms include boring, irksome, tedious and tiresome.

How do you use "Elfin" in a sentence?

Examples of "Elfin" in a sentence: "the heroine in the story has an elfin beauty that men find irresistible".

Is "Elfin" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Elfin" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Elfin"?

"Elfin" is pronounced /ˈel-fən/ and divided into syllables as elf·in.

What is the origin of the word "Elfin"?

"Elfin" comes from irregular from elf. First known use: 1590.