verschmitzt
Translation
mischievous, roguish, sly
Examples
Er hatte ein verschmitztes Lächeln.
He had a mischievous smile.
Sie warf ihm einen verschmitzten Blick zu.
She gave him a roguish look.
Grammar Patterns
((verschmitzt)) + Noun a mischievous ... Er hat ein verschmitztes Lächeln.
Similar Words
schelmisch (roguish), listig (cunning), pfiffig (clever)
Etymology
The origin is somewhat obscure, possibly related to 'schmitzen' (to whip, move quickly), implying a hidden cleverness or playfulness.
Memory Tips
The 'schmitz' part sounds a bit like 'smirk'. Picture someone with a knowing smirk, as if they've just played a clever, harmless trick.