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antic
01
behaving or acting in a way that is funny, energetic, or silly, it is usually annoying or strange
Examples
His antic dance moves made everyone laugh at the party.
She made an antic face to cheer up her friend.
Antic
01
a ridiculous, exaggerated, or bizarre action performed to entertain or amuse others, often in a playful or clownish way
Examples
The comedian's antic had the entire audience roaring with laughter.
Children giggled at the antic of the street performer pretending to trip over his own feet.
02
(plural) actions or behavior that are foolish, reckless, or disruptive, often creating risk or trouble
Examples
The teacher warned the students to stop their antics before someone got hurt.
His drunken antics at the party embarrassed his friends.
to antic
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to behave in a ridiculous or absurd manner, often for entertainment or amusement
Examples
The clown antics around the circus ring, eliciting laughter from the audience.
Yesterday, he anticked on the stage, entertaining the crowd with his comedic performance.
