quaint Definition
- 1attractively unusual or old-fashioned
- 2having an old-fashioned charm
Using quaint: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "quaint" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The town has a quaint charm that attracts many tourists.
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She wore a quaint little hat that looked like it was from another era.
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The house had a quaint fireplace that added to its old-fashioned feel.
quaint Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for quaint
- picturesque
- charming
- antique
- vintage
- old-fashioned
Antonyms for quaint
Phrases with quaint
a phrase from Edgar Allan Poe's poem 'The Raven', meaning a book of ancient knowledge or wisdom
Example
He spent hours poring over the quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore.
very charming and picturesque, like a fairy tale house made of gingerbread
Example
The little cottage in the woods was as quaint as a gingerbread house.
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The village still held onto some quaint customs from centuries ago.
Origins of quaint
from Middle English 'queinte', meaning 'cunning'
Summary: quaint in Brief
The term 'quaint' [kweɪnt] describes something that is attractively unusual or old-fashioned, often with an old-fashioned charm. It can be used to describe towns, houses, clothing, and other things that have a vintage or antique feel. Examples include 'The town has a quaint charm that attracts many tourists.' and 'She wore a quaint little hat that looked like it was from another era.'
