Playful
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpleɪfl̩/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Playful is an adjective meaning Enjoying play; sportive; prone to playing frequently, in the manner of a child or young pet (viz. puppy or kitten).
Meaning
Enjoying play; sportive; prone to playing frequently, in the manner of a child or young pet (viz. puppy or kitten).
More Meanings
- Funny; humorous; jesty; frolicsome; frisky.
- Fun; recreational; unserious.
- Experimental.
Example Sentences
John is a playful fellow.
He was a rather playful artist.
Actually, we are pretty playful in our romantic life.
A party hat is a playful conical hat people wear at parties.
Word Forms
- playfuller
- playfullest
- playfull
Synonyms for playful
Depending on context, synonyms include puckish, impish, roguish, teasing, mischievous, frisky.
Antonyms for playful
Common opposites include serious, sober.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include frolicsome, frisky, coltish, puckish, teasing, prankish.
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