Dictionary Only:
Profanity Off:

ANTIC

(noun, adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 10 meanings of the word Antic.

Antic - as a noun

A ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
caperjokeprankput-ontrick
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
diversionrecreation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Antic - as an adjective satellite

Ludicrously odd

Example: "Hamlet's assumed antic disposition"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fantasticfantasticalgrotesque

Antic - as a verb

Act as or like a clown

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clownclown around

Antic - as an adjective

Playful, funny, absurd

Grotesque, incongruous.

Grotesque, bizarre

Having existed in ancient times, descended from antiquity; used especially in reference to greece and rome.

Belonging to former times, not modern, out of date, old-fashioned.

Designating a style of type.

Embossed without gilt.

Example Sentences

"She couldn't help but laugh at her brother's silly antics."
"The clown's antic had the entire audience roaring with laughter."
"The children were delighted by the playful antics of the dolphins at the zoo."
"His antic of juggling flaming torches was both impressive and dangerous."
"Their playful antics often got them into trouble."
View more

Word Game Points

Is ANTIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, antic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ANTIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is ANTIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, antic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ANTIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is ANTIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, antic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ANTIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen