Definition

The quality of being lively, playful, and full of energy.

Example

The puppy's friskiness made everyone smile as it ran around the yard.

Conversation

Have you noticed the friskiness in the puppy lately?

Yeah, it's so playful and full of energy!

I love how that friskiness brightens up the room.

Absolutely! It makes everyone smile when they see him.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Friskiness → It is formed from "frisk" (from Middle English *frisk*, meaning lively or playful) and the suffix "-iness" (meaning the quality of). The word "friskiness" refers to the quality of being lively or playful.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'frisk' which means lively or playful, and remember that 'friskiness' describes the quality of being lively.

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