Magical Beings

5 words in this vocabulary list

adjective relating to or characteristic of an elf; small and delicate, typically with a mischievous charm

  • The ballerina had an elfin appearance with her delicate features and graceful movements.
  • She had an elfin charm that captivated everyone she met.
  • That guy's haircut makes him look so elfin, like a woodland creature.
  • Her laughter had an elfin quality, light and airy like the tinkling of bells.

noun A mythical being with magical powers, typically depicted as a small, delicate, and enchanting creature

  • The fairy in the story granted the protagonist three wishes.
  • I believe in fairies, they make everything magical.
  • That party was lit, it was like a fairy tale come to life.
  • Her kindness and generosity seemed almost fairy-like in nature.

fey

noun a state of unusual or unexplained happiness or excitement

adjective giving an impression of vague unworldliness or strange otherworldliness

  • The artist's work had a fey quality to it, with delicate brush strokes and ethereal subject matter.
  • She always had a fey look about her, like she belonged in a fairytale.
  • That outfit is so fey, I love how whimsical and unique it is!
  • His fey demeanor often led people to underestimate his intelligence and cunning.

noun a mythical creature in folklore, typically portrayed as a small, mischievous being with magical powers

  • The pixie was a character in the children's book, known for her mischievous behavior.
  • I saw a tiny pixie figurine at the store and thought it was cute.
  • That girl with the short hair and bright personality is a total pixie.
  • Her laughter was like the tinkling of a pixie's bells.

noun A mythical creature typically represented as a horse with a single straight horn projecting from its forehead.

  • The unicorn is often depicted as a symbol of purity and grace in literature and art.
  • I heard that Sarah's favorite animal is a unicorn because she loves fantasy stories.
  • That car is like a unicorn - rare to find and highly sought after.
  • The idea of finding a perfect solution is like chasing a unicorn - it may be elusive and hard to attain.