Nifty: meaning, definitions and examples
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nifty
[ ˈnɪfti ]
informal use
The term 'nifty' is often used to describe something that is particularly clever, stylish, or effective. It can refer to practical solutions, gadgetry, or skills that exhibit ingenuity. The use of 'nifty' generally conveys a sense of admiration for the neatness or cleverness of something. This word is frequently employed in casual conversations to express approval or delight.
Synonyms
clever, ingenious, neat, smart.
Examples of usage
- He has a nifty way of solving problems.
- Check out this nifty gadget for cooking.
- She showed us a nifty trick to remember names.
Translations
Translations of the word "nifty" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inteligente
- astuto
- habilidoso
🇮🇳 चतुर
- कुशाग्र
- निपुण
🇩🇪 geschickt
- clever
- pfiffig
🇮🇩 cerdas
- pintar
- lihai
🇺🇦 вмілий
- кмітливий
- майстерний
🇵🇱 sprytny
- zdolny
- przebiegły
🇯🇵 巧妙な
- 賢い
- 便利な
🇫🇷 habile
- astucieux
- malin
🇪🇸 ingenioso
- astuto
- hábil
🇹🇷 zeki
- kurnaz
- becerikli
🇰🇷 영리한
- 교활한
- 능숙한
🇸🇦 ذكي
- ماكر
- بارع
🇨🇿 šikovný
- chytrý
- mazaný
🇸🇰 šikovný
- prefíkaný
- zručný
🇨🇳 灵巧的
- 聪明的
- 熟练的
🇸🇮 spretno
- pametno
- zvito
🇮🇸 snjöllur
- klár
- færður
🇰🇿 тапқыр
- ақылды
- шебер
🇬🇪 ჭკვიანი
- მოხერხებული
- ნიჭიერი
🇦🇿 zəkalı
- bacarıqlı
- müdrik
🇲🇽 ingenioso
- astuto
- hábil
Etymology
The word 'nifty' originated in American English in the late 19th century, emerging from the slang terminology of the time. It is believed to have stemmed from the word 'nift', which itself is rooted in the term 'nificent', an early 19th-century colloquialism for 'neat' or 'fashionable'. Over the years, 'nifty' became popular among younger generations, particularly in the context of admiration for style or cleverness. Its usage flourished in the mid-20th century, particularly within informal settings and youth culture, and it has retained this connotation to the present day. The word embodies a sense of sophistication combined with a casual, approachable demeanor, making it versatile for various contexts.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,507 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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