noun
- the quality or state of being girlish; characteristics, behavior, or appearance typical of a girl
Usage: often used to describe youthful, playful, or innocent qualities; can be used descriptively or sometimes dismissively
Examples
- The actress's girlishness made her perfect for the role of a teenage character.
- Despite her age, she retained a certain girlishness in her laugh and mannerisms.
- The designer's collection celebrated girlishness with pastel colors and playful patterns.
- He found her girlishness charming, though some critics thought it was affected.
- The film captured the girlishness of adolescence with humor and warmth.