Gamine — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ga-ˈmēn/ ga·mine

Meaning & Definition of Gamine

Gamine (noun)

  1. a girl who hangs around on the streets
  2. a small playfully mischievous girl

Gamine (adjective)

  1. of, relating to, or suggesting a gamine

Gamine (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in urchin, waif

    similar: ragamuffin, urchin, waif, bum, derelict, ne'er-do-well, vagrant, hobo, tramp, vagabond, drifter, roamer, transient, almsman, beggar, mendicant, panhandler, down-and-out, have-not, indigent, pauper, bankrupt, insolvent
    opposite: affluent, deep pocket, fat cat, have, moneybags, plutocrat, billionaire, billionairess, gazillionaire, millionaire, millionairess, magnate, moneymaker, nabob, success, tycoon

  2. as in pixie, tomboy

    similar: hoyden, pixie, romp, snip, tomboy, bobby-soxer, junior miss, schoolgirl, subdebutante, teenybopper, filly, girl, lass, lassie, miss, missy, nymph, sheila (Australian & New Zealand)

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Gamine

The most common words with a similar meaning to Gamine:

Australian & New Zealand: sheila
ragamuffin, urchin, waif, bum, derelict, ne'er-do-well, vagrant, hobo, tramp, vagabond, drifter, roamer, transient, almsman, beggar, mendicant, panhandler, down-and-out, have-not, indigent, pauper, bankrupt, insolvent, hoyden, pixie, romp, snip, tomboy, bobby-soxer, junior miss, schoolgirl, subdebutante, teenybopper, filly, girl, lass, lassie, miss, missy, nymph

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Gamine

Words with the opposite meaning of Gamine:

affluent, deep pocket, fat cat, have, moneybags, plutocrat, billionaire, billionairess, gazillionaire, millionaire, millionairess, magnate, moneymaker, nabob, success, tycoon

Origin & Etymology of Gamine

borrowed from French, feminine derivative of gamin gamin

First known use: 1848

Frequently Asked Questions about Gamine

What does "Gamine" mean?

"Gamine" means a girl who hangs around on the streets. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a girl who hangs around on the streets. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Gamine"?

Other words for "Gamine" include ragamuffin, urchin, waif, bum, derelict, ne'er-do-well, vagrant and hobo. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Gamine" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Gamine"?

There are 41 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Gamine". Common alternatives include ragamuffin, urchin, waif, bum, derelict, ne'er-do-well, vagrant, hobo, tramp and vagabond.

What is the opposite of "Gamine"?

Antonyms of "Gamine" include affluent, deep pocket, fat cat, have, moneybags, plutocrat, billionaire and billionairess.

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

"Gamine" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Gamine"?

"Gamine" is pronounced /ga-ˈmēn/ and divided into syllables as ga·mine.

What is the origin of the word "Gamine"?

"Gamine" comes from borrowed from French, feminine derivative of gamin gamin. First known use: 1848.

What is another word for "Gamine" meaning "as in urchin, waif"?

When "Gamine" (noun) means as in urchin, waif, synonyms include ragamuffin, urchin, waif, bum, derelict and ne'er-do-well. Opposites in this sense include affluent, deep pocket, fat cat and have.