Definition

In a way that is fun, light-hearted, or not serious.

Example

The children laughed and played playfully in the park.

Conversation

Do you remember how we used to joke around playfully in school?

Of course! Those were some of the best times.

I miss those moments; we should recreate them sometime.

Definitely! Let’s plan a day to just have fun again.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Playfully → It is formed from "play" (from Old English *plegian*, meaning to engage in activity for enjoyment) and "-fully" (meaning full of). The word "playfully" means full of play or engaging in activity for enjoyment in a light-hearted manner.

Memory Tip

Think of engaging in enjoyable activities ('play') and being 'full of' that enjoyment ('-fully'). This helps you remember that 'playfully' describes a light-hearted and fun way of doing things.

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