nifty

[ nif-tee ]
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adjective,nif·ti·er, nif·ti·est.
  1. attractively stylish or smart: a nifty new dress for Easter.

  2. very good; fine; excellent: a nifty idea.

  1. substantial; sizable: We sold the car for a nifty profit.

noun,plural nif·ties.
  1. something nifty, as a clever remark or joke.

Origin of nifty

1
An Americanism dating back to 1860–65; of obscure origin

Other words from nifty

  • nif·ti·ly, adverb

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British Dictionary definitions for nifty

nifty

/ (ˈnɪftɪ) /


adjective-tier or -tiest informal
  1. pleasing, apt, or stylish

  2. quick, agile: he's nifty on his feet

Origin of nifty

1
C19: of uncertain origin

Derived forms of nifty

  • niftily, adverb
  • niftiness, noun

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