Playful

adjective

/ˈpleɪfəl/

Word Frequency: 2.1

Definitions

1.adjectiveLiking play, prone to play frequently, such as a child or kitten; rather sportive.

"Actually, we are pretty playful in our romantic life."

2.adjectiveFunny, humorous, jesting, frolicsome.

"A party hat is a playful conical hat people wear at parties."

3.adjectiveFun, recreational, not serious.

"A brainteaser is a playful puzzle posed as a test of intelligence."

4.adjectiveExperimental.

"He was a rather playful artist."

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