What is another word for elves?

Pronunciation: [ˈɛlvz] (IPA)

Elves, the magical creatures from folklore and myth, are commonly known for their pointy ears, mischievous behavior, and enchanting presence. However, there are several other terms used to describe these whimsical beings. Some of the most common synonyms for elves include fairies, sprites, goblins, brownies, pixies, and leprechauns. Each of these synonyms has unique characteristics that set them apart from the traditional image of elves. Fairies are often depicted as delicate and ethereal, while goblins are notorious for their mischief and cunning. Brownies and pixies are known for their helpful nature, while leprechauns are associated with luck and wealth. Whatever name we give them, these magical creatures continue to enchant and inspire us with their otherworldly presence.

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What are the hypernyms for Elves?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    mythical creatures, supernatural creatures, mythical beings, fantastical beings, legendary creatures.

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Usage examples for Elves

Here lived the elves; she knew them well, and often lay with her head among the violets, listening for the thin sound of their elfin fiddles.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine
Then fairyfolk still lived in the greenwoods and elves sang and danced in the soft summer dawns.
"The Green Forest Fairy Book"
Loretta Ellen Brady
The moon's was a ghost light, and it was easy to imagine that witches and elves were abroad in it.
"We Were There at the Oklahoma Land Run"
James Arthur Kjelgaard

Famous quotes with Elves

  • A world in which elves exist and magic works offers greater opportunities to digress and explore.
    Terry Brooks
  • Each has its lesson; for our dreams in sooth, come they in shape of demons, gods, or elves, are allegories with deep hearts of truth that tell us solemn secrets of ourselves.
    Henry Timrod
  • Go not to the elves for counsel, for they will say both yes and no.
    J. R. R. Tolkien
  • And we will be ready, at the end of every day will be ready, will not say no to anything, will try to stay awake while everyone is sleeping, will not sleep, will make the shoes with the elves, will breathe deeply all the time, breathe in all the air full of glass and nails and blood, will breathe it and drink it, so rich, so when it comes we will not be angry, will be content, tired enough to go, gratefully, will shake hands with everyone, bye, bye, and then pack a bag, some snacks, and go to the volcano.
    Dave Eggers
  • It seems so sad to see the little dirt-grimed brats try to play in the noisy courts and muddy streets. Poor little uncared-for, unwanted human atoms, they are not children. Children are bright-eyed, chubby, and shy. These are dingy, screeching elves, their tiny faces seared and withered, their baby laughter cracked and hoarse.
    Jerome K. Jerome

Related words: elvish, elven, elf, faerie, fantasy creatures, folklore creatures

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