nifty

The definition of nifty is slang to describe something that is good or great.

(adjective)

An example of something nifty is how a 50's sitcom character describes a girl he likes.

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See nifty in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective niftier, niftiest

Slang attractive, smart, stylish, enjoyable, etc.: a generalized term of approval

Origin: orig. theatrical slang, prob. < magnificent

noun pl. nifties

Slang a nifty person or thing; esp., a clever remark

See nifty in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective nif·ti·er, nif·ti·est
First-rate; great: a nifty idea.
noun pl. nif·ties
A nifty person or thing, especially a clever joke.

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Related Forms:

  • nifˈti·ly adverb
  • nifˈti·ness noun

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