boyishly

• Adverb, das bedeutet 'in der Art eines Jungen' – meist im Sinne von jugendlicher Energie, Verspieltheit, Begeisterung oder Unschuld. Beschreibt oft ein lebhaftes, schelmisches oder rührend unreifes Verhalten.

An adverb meaning 'in a manner characteristic of a boy' — typically implying youthful energy, playfulness, enthusiasm, or innocence. It often describes behavior that is lively, mischievous, or endearingly immature.

1. In a youthful or playful mannerB2formal

   In a way that is characteristic of a boy; with youthful energy, enthusiasm, or innocence.

   Jungenhaft

   • He grinned boyishly at the compliment.
   • She ran boyishly across the field, laughing.
   • The actor played the role boyishly, full of charm.

   Synonymeinnocentlynaivelyplayfullysportivelysprightlyyouthfully

   Antonymegirlishlymaturelywomanly