spiffing Meaning & Definition
What Does Spiffing Mean?
Spiffing is used as an adjective meaning Very good, excellent. It can also mean Smart or appealing in dress or appearance. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of spiff. As a verb, it means (usually with up or out) To make spiffy (attractive, polished, or up-to-date).
Quick Facts About Spiffing
| Part of speech | adjective, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈspɪfɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | spiffy, spliffy and spruce |
| Comparative / superlative | more spiffing, most spiffing |
Spiffing Definition (Adjective)
- Very good, excellent.
We're having a picnic at the races — how spiffing!
- Smart or appealing in dress or appearance.
I say, that outfit is simply spiffing.
Spiffing as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of spiff
Verb
- (usually with up or out) To make spiffy (attractive, polished, or up-to-date)
- To reward (a salesperson) with a spiff or bonus.
- To attach a spiff or bonus to the selling of (a product)
- To throw; to heave.
I spiffed the turf over the edge and it went straight through the window and hit the officer.
Synonyms of Spiffing
Spiffing synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Spiffing
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Spiffing in a Sentence
We're having a picnic at the races — how spiffing!
I say, that outfit is simply spiffing.
I spiffed the turf over the edge and it went straight through the window and hit the officer.
Word Forms & Grammar
spiffing (comparative more spiffing, superlative most spiffing)
spiffing
Words That Rhyme With Spiffing
Spiffing Pronunciation
Spiffing is pronounced //ˈspɪfɪŋ// and has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Spiffing
Is spiffing an adjective or a verb?
Spiffing is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for spiffing?
Close synonyms of spiffing are spiffy, spliffy and spruce. See the full list of spiffing synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of spiffing?
The comparative form is more spiffing and the superlative form is most spiffing.