quizzically

quiz·zi·cal

Q q

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [kwiz-i-kuh l]
- /ˈkwɪz ɪ kəl/
- /ˈkwɪz.ɪ.kəl/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [kwiz-i-kuh l]
- /ˈkwɪz ɪ kəl/

Definitions of quizzically word

adjective quizzically odd, queer, or comical. 1
adjective quizzically questioning or puzzled: a quizzical expression on her face. 1
adjective quizzically derisively questioning, ridiculing, or chaffing. 1
noun quizzically In a quizzical manner; as if puzzled or asking a question. 1

See all 4 definitions of quizzically

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Origin of quizzically

First appearance:

before 1790

One of the 43% newest English words

First recorded in 1790-1800; quiz + -ical

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Parts of speech for Quizzically

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

Full grammatical hierarchy of Quizzically

quizzically popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 53% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for quizzically

adverb quizzically

inquiringly — seeking facts, information, or knowledge: an inquiring mind.
curiously — eager to learn or know; inquisitive.
questioningly — In a questioning manner.
sardonically — characterized by bitter or scornful derision; mocking; cynical; sneering: a sardonic grin.
ironically — pertaining to, of the nature of, exhibiting, or characterized by irony or mockery: an ironical compliment; an ironical smile.

All 5 Synonyms of quizzically