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quizzical
[kwiz-i-kuhl]
adjective
odd, queer, or comical.
questioning or puzzled.
a quizzical expression on her face.
derisively questioning, ridiculing, or chaffing.
quizzical
/ ˈɪɪə /
adjective
questioning and mocking or supercilious
a quizzical look
Other 51Թ Forms
- quizzicality noun
- quizzically adverb
- quizzicalness noun
- unquizzical adjective
- unquizzically adverb
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of quizzical1
Example Sentences
This explained some of the quizzical looks aimed in Postecoglou's direction after his ambitious words, but he was merely outlining his track record.
We will miss the quizzical expression, and the raised left eyebrow, as he fielded questions.
She flashed quizzical glances when he said something patently absurd, looked unimpressed when he hurled insults.
It can be a quizzical expression or a blank stare based on the level of knowledge of the words just spoken.
He was met with a "quizzical" look from the court usher, who asked him to do a sip test to ensure it was not a toxic substance.
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