Goblin

/ˈɡɒblɪn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A mischievous or malicious creature from folklore, often depicted as small and ugly.

The children told stories about a goblin that lived in the woods nearby.

A creature in fantasy literature or role-playing games, often depicted as a small, green-skinned being.

In the game, players must defeat the goblin before it can steal their treasure.

A term used to describe a small, unpleasant, or mischievous person.

He acted like a goblin, plotting tricks to play on his friends.

Middle English, from French 'gobelin', possibly from German 'kobold'.

goblin mode

A state of being lazy, indulgent, or self-destructive.

troll

A creature similar to a goblin, often found in folklore and mythology.

fairy

A small, supernatural being in folklore, typically depicted as having magical powers.

A term for someone who is unattractive or socially awkward.

He acts like a total goblin when he tries to flirt.

An online persona that behaves in a disruptive manner.

Don't be a goblin in the chat; keep it respectful!