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Gremlin

Verb / ˈgremlʌn / Another word for gremlin — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a mischievous imaginary creature, often depicted as causing equipment malfunctions

Synonyms & similar words

pixy pixie elf hob imp brownie imp goblin sprite elf pixie leprechaun demon devil monster ogre troll hobgoblin gnome fairy brownie kobold bogie bugaboo bugbear hob

Example sentences

  1. The gremlin sneaked into my computer and messed up my files.
  2. I heard a strange noise in the car engine and wondered if a gremlin was causing trouble.
  3. My little brother said there's a gremlin in his closet that steals his toys at night.
  4. The mechanics are checking for gremlins in the airplane's electrical system.
  5. There's a gremlin in the washing machine that keeps eating socks.

Quotes

  • I'm not superstitious, but I am a little stitious. - Michael Scott
  • I have always believed in gremlins. - Amelia Earhart
  • He who makes a beast of himself gets rid of the pain of being a man. - Samuel Johnson

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