Definition

Having qualities or characteristics similar to a play or playful behavior.

Example

The children's laughter and imagination made their games feel very playlike.

Conversation

Did you see that new show?

Yeah, I loved how it felt so playlike and fun!

I know, right? It made me feel like I was part of the story.

Exactly! It really brought out the joy of theater.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Playlike → It is formed from "play" (from Old English *plegian*, meaning to engage in activity for enjoyment) and "-like" (meaning resembling or characteristic of). The word "playlike" describes something that resembles or is characteristic of play or playful activity.

Memory Tip

Think of engaging in enjoyable activities ('play') and how something can be 'like' that activity. This helps you remember that 'playlike' refers to something that resembles play.

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