Wispy

/ˈwɪs.pi/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Consisting of or resembling wisps; thin and light.
The wispy clouds drifted lazily across the blue sky.
Fragile or delicate in appearance.
She wore a dress made of wispy fabric that flowed beautifully with her movements.
Having a fine, feathery quality; not dense.
His wispy hair stood on end after waking up.
Insignificant or vague; lacking substance.
The author's argument was based on wispy ideas that failed to convince the audience.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'wisp', meaning a small bundle or a thin, delicate thing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wispy hair:
Hair that is very thin and fragile.
wispy clouds:
Clouds that are thin and scattered in the sky.
wispy tendrils:
Delicate, thin strands that resemble tendrils.

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