frolic (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈfrɒlɪk/

Definition

To play and move about cheerfully, excitedly, or energetically.

Examples

• The children would frolic in the waves all summer long.

• Dolphins were seen frolicking near the boat.

• Lambs frolic in the meadows during spring.

How to Use frolic

frolic in (prepositional phrase)

To play energetically in a specific place. — "The lambs frolic in the green fields."

frolic with (prepositional phrase)

To play energetically with someone or something. — "The dolphins were frolicking with the swimmers."

Synonyms of frolic

Words with a similar meaning to frolic:

• play
• romp
• cavort
• revel

Antonyms of frolic

Words with the opposite meaning to frolic:

• mourn
• languish

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