Synonyms for

Goblins

Verb / ˈgɑ:blɪnz / Another word for goblins — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a mischievous and often malicious creature, typically depicted in folklore as small and grotesque with pointed ears and a wicked nature

Synonyms & similar words

hob hobgoblin goblin elf gnome dwarf imp sprite fairy hobgoblin troll leprechaun bogeyman monster devil demon specter phantom apparition spirit shade wraith ghost

Example sentences

  1. The goblins were hiding in the bushes, waiting to scare anyone who walked by.
  2. My favorite Halloween costume was a goblin with pointy ears and a green face.
  3. The goblins in the movie were more funny than scary.
  4. Goblins are often depicted as mischievous creatures in stories and folklore.
  5. The goblin in the story stole the princess's necklace and caused chaos in the kingdom.

Quotes

  • The goblins danced round and round, cheering at the top of their voices as they saw the soldiers march away.
  • Fairies, goblins, trolls - the fairy tales of childhood are full of fairy-tale creatures.
  • The goblin grinned in a very horrible way and walked away.

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