Frolicsome

/ˈfrɑlɪksəm/ adjective

Definition

Playful, cheerful, and full of fun and lighthearted activity; wanting to play and enjoy yourself.

Etymology

From 'frolic' (Dutch 'vrolijk' meaning happy) + suffix '-some' (meaning full of or characterized by). The word evolved in the 17th century to describe someone or something playful and sportive in nature.

Kelly Says

This word captures a very specific kind of joy—not just being happy, but being actively playful and mischievous. It's the same root that gives us 'frolicsome' animals bouncing around, and it perfectly describes the chaotic energy of a puppy or a group of kids at recess.

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