Definitions:

1. Describes doing something in a humorous, playful or mischievous manner. ADVERB
   • The little boy waggishly hid his sister's toy, only to return it with a big grin.
2. Describes the manner of making jokes or teasing someone in a fun, non-serious way. ADVERB
   • She waggishly commented on his new hairstyle, causing everyone at the table to chuckle.
3. Implies a sense of cleverness and light-hearted fun. ADVERB
   • He waggishly suggested that they should all skip work and go to the beach instead.
4. In a waggish manner. ADVERB
   • The actor's waggish eyebrows raised dramatically, emphasizing the punchline.
5. Used to describe actions that are done in a jesting or teasing way, often with a sense of cleverness or quick wit. ADVERB
   • The jester's waggish grin hinted at a mischievous plan.

Synonyms:

• humorously
• impishly
• jocularly
• playfully
• prankishly
• wittily