Trollish
//ˈtɹoʊlɪʃ// adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Resembling or characteristic of a troll (supernatural being).
"Clara's father, a trollish ne'er-do-well who spent most of his time in brothels and saloons, would disappear for days and weeks at a stretch, leaving Clara and her mother to fend for themselves."
- 2 Resembling or characteristic of a troll (Internet troublemaker) or trolling.
"If you get a “trollish” comment, delete it, do not respond to it, and move forward immediately without paying any further mind."
Example
More examples"Clara's father, a trollish ne'er-do-well who spent most of his time in brothels and saloons, would disappear for days and weeks at a stretch, leaving Clara and her mother to fend for themselves."
Etymology
From troll + -ish.
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