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frisky

adjective \ˈfris-kē\

: very playful or lively

: sexually playful or excited

frisk·i·erfrisk·i·est

Full Definition of FRISKY

:  inclined to frisk :  playful <frisky puppies>; also :  lively <a frisky performance>
— frisk·i·ly \ˈfris-kə-lē\ adverb
— frisk·i·ness \-kē-nəs\ noun
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First Known Use of FRISKY

circa 1500

Related to FRISKY

Synonyms
antic, coltish, elfish, fay, playful, frolicsome, larky, rollicking, sportful, sportive
Antonyms
earnest, serious-minded, sober, sobersided

Rhymes with FRISKY

pliskie, risky, whiskey
FRISKY Defined for Kids

frisky

adjective \ˈfris-kē\
frisk·i·erfrisk·i·est

Definition of FRISKY for Kids

:  playful 1, lively <frisky kittens>

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