Antic
/ˈæntɪk/
An antic is a funny or silly action that someone does to make others laugh or have fun, like a goofy dance or a playful prank.
Examples
- During the school talent show, my little brother performed an antic where he pretended to be a clumsy robot, and everyone in the audience couldn't stop laughing.
- My friends and I planned an antic where we dressed up in silly costumes and surprised our teacher on her birthday, which made her smile from ear to ear.
- At the science fair, one of the projects included an antic where a volcano erupted, spraying colorful liquid everywhere, and it became the highlight of the event.
Synonyms
prank
joke
trick
foolery
shenanigan
gag
Antonyms
seriousness
sorrow
calm
order
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