elf

The word “elf” has 1 syllable: elf

It's pronounced as /ɛlf/


What is synonym and antonym for elf?

In the thesaurus, “elf” has 28 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for elf along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for elf

Antonyms for elf

  • giant

Meanings of elf

  • noun
    1. A luminous spirit presiding over nature and fertility and dwelling in the world of Álfheim (Elfland). Compare angel, nymph, fairy.
    2. Any from a race of mythical, supernatural beings resembling but seen as distinct from human beings. They are usually delicate-featured and skilled in magic or spellcrafting; sometimes depicted as clashing with dwarves, especially in modern fantasy literature.
    3. Any of the magical, typically forest-guarding races bearing some similarities to the Norse álfar (through Tolkien's Eldar).
    4. A very diminutive person; a dwarf.
    5. The bluefish (Pomatomus saltatrix).
  • verb
    1. To twist into elflocks (of hair); to mat.

Example Sentences

  • The elf helped the old woman with her chores.
  • In the story, the elf had magical powers to heal the wounded.
  • The children were excited to meet the elf at the holiday party.
  • The elf crafted beautiful jewelry from silver and gemstones.
  • The elf silently watched over the forest, protecting it from harm.

On this page you'll find 29 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to elf, such as: banshee, brownie, changeling, dwarf, elfin, faerie, faery.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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faerie

  • banshee
  • brownie
  • changeling
  • cloudland
  • dream world
  • dreamland
  • dwarf
  • elf
  • fairy
  • fairyland
  • fay
  • ghoul
  • gnome
  • goblin
  • gremlin
  • hag
  • hobgoblin
  • imp
  • kelpie
  • kobold
  • land of dreams
  • land of enchantment
  • leprechaun
  • little people
  • nixie
  • ogre
  • pixie
  • pixy
  • puck
  • sprite
  • troll
  • wonderland

faery

fairy


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