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play·ful
 playful
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- pronunciation:
- pleI
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 l
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
cheerful and having a lot of energy.
The children were in a playful mood.- synonyms:
- full of beans, lively
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| definition 2: |
with gentle humor; not serious.
The tone of her voice was playful when she called him a "bad boy."- antonyms:
- reserved, serious
- similar words:
- amusing, frivolous, humorous, lighthearted, silly
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| related words: |
gay, mischievous |
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| derivations: |
playfully (adv.), playfulness (n.) |
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