Nebbishlike

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Resembling, or characteristic of, a nebbish

    "Despite his nebbishlike looks, average height, serious eyeglasses and all-black attire, Mr. Luchini knows how to fill a landmark space with his presence."

Synonyms

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nebbishynebbishy

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"Despite his nebbishlike looks, average height, serious eyeglasses and all-black attire, Mr. Luchini knows how to fill a landmark space with his presence."

Etymology

From nebbish + -like.

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