frolic
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈfrɒlɪk/
KK: /ˈfrɑlɪk/
adjective
Definition
Full of fun and lively activity; cheerful and playful.
Example
The frolic atmosphere at the party made everyone smile and laugh.
Conversation
I love how frolic the atmosphere is at the park today.
Yeah, it really feels like everyone is having a good time.
It makes me want to join in and frolic around with the kids.
Absolutely! Let's go have some fun and enjoy the day.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
jovial
cheerful
playful
Antonyms
serious
sombre
gloomy
intransitive verb
Definition
To play and move around in a lively and cheerful way, often in a carefree manner.
Example
The children love to frolic in the park on sunny days.
Tense Forms
Past: frolicked
Past Participle: frolicked
Conversation
Do you remember how we used to frolic in the park as kids?
Absolutely! We would run around and play all day long.
Those were such fun times; I miss being able to frolic without a care in the world.
noun
Definition
A joyful and carefree time spent playing or having fun, often involving playful actions or antics.
Example
The children enjoyed a frolic in the park, running and laughing together.
Conversation
I had such a great time at the park yesterday.
Really? What did you do there?
We just enjoyed some fun and frolic under the sun.
Root Explanation
Frolic originates from the Middle English 'frolic' (meaning lively or merry), which is derived from the Old Dutch 'vrolijk' (meaning cheerful or merry). The word describes a lively or playful activity.
Memory Tip
Think of someone being 'cheerful' and 'merry' — that's what frolic means, a lively and playful way of having fun.
Visually Confused Words
furoic
fumarolic