frolicking (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈfrɒlɪkɪŋ/

Definition

Moving in a cheerful, lively, and playful way.

Examples

• Children were frolicking in the park on a sunny afternoon.

• The puppies were frolicking in the grass, chasing butterflies.

• Seals were seen frolicking in the clear blue water.

How to Use frolicking

frolic in (prepositional phrase)

To move playfully within a specific location. — "The lambs were frolicking in the meadow."

frolic with (prepositional phrase)

To engage in playful activity with someone or something. — "The dolphins were frolicking with the boats."

Synonyms of frolicking

Words with a similar meaning to frolicking:

• playing
• romping
• cavorting
• disporting

Antonyms of frolicking

Words with the opposite meaning to frolicking:

• sulking
• languishing

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