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waggish | waggishly |

As an adjective waggish

is witty, jocular, like a wag.

As an adverb waggishly is

in a waggish manner.

waggish

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • witty, jocular, like a wag
  • mischievous, tricky

    • Derived terms

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    waggishly

    English

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • In a waggish manner.
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  • *:"Who was ahead?"
    • Leper smiled waggishly . "I couldn't see that ...."