Dwarfish: meaning, definitions and examples
๐งโโ๏ธ
dwarfish
[ หdwษหrfษชส ]
physical description
Dwarfish describes someone or something that is small in stature or size, akin to that of a dwarf. It often carries a connotation of being significantly shorter than average. In certain contexts, it may be used informally or even derogatorily to describe a person, especially if used in a negative or mocking manner. It is important to be sensitive when using this term, as it can be considered offensive in some cultures or communities. Dwarfish is sometimes also used to describe features that are disproportionately small compared to the norm.
Synonyms
compact, miniature, petite, small, tiny
Examples of usage
- The dwarfish plant barely reached my knees.
- His dwarfish stature made him stand out in the crowd.
- The dwarfish furniture was perfect for the small room.
- Her dwarfish figure was often the subject of unfair jokes.
- They decorated the dwarfish tree with ornaments.
Translations
Translations of the word "dwarfish" in other languages:
๐ต๐น anรฃo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเฅเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช zwergartig
๐ฎ๐ฉ kerdil
๐บ๐ฆ ะณะฝะพะผััะบะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ karลowaty
๐ฏ๐ต ๅฐไบบใฎ
๐ซ๐ท nain
๐ช๐ธ enano
๐น๐ท cรผce
๐ฐ๐ท ๋์์ด์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุฒู
๐จ๐ฟ trpasliฤรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ trpasliฤรญ
๐จ๐ณ ็ฎไบบ็
๐ธ๐ฎ ลกkratovska
๐ฎ๐ธ dvergmennska
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะณะฝะพะผะดัา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแแแแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ cฤฑrtdan
๐ฒ๐ฝ enano
Etymology
The term 'dwarfish' originates from the Middle English 'dwergh' and the Old Norse 'dvergr', meaning dwarf or little being. It has been historically associated with mythological and cultural representations of small, magical beings, often depicted in folklore as having distinctive features and personalities. Over time, the word evolved into a descriptor for physical characteristics, particularly referring to small stature in humans or animals. Its usage expanded in literature and informal contexts to convey not only size but also occasionally an element of quaintness or curiosity. In modern usage, the term 'dwarfish' can have pejorative implications, especially if used to describe individuals with dwarfism, highlighting the importance of context and sensitivity in language. The evolution of 'dwarfish' reflects broader societal attitudes toward height, appearance, and the treatment of those who are perceived as different.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #33,652 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
- ...
- 33649 pundit
- 33650 drearily
- 33651 greensward
- 33652 dwarfish
- 33653 copiousness
- 33654 angiosperm
- 33655 stereophonic
- ...