playful
pronunciation
How to pronounce playful in British English:
UK [ˈpleɪfl]
How to pronounce playful in American English:
US [ˈplefəl]
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- Adjective:
- full of fun and high spirits
Word Origin
- playful (adj.)
- mid-13c., from play (v.) + -ful. Related: Playfully; playfulness.
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Example
- 1. They become braver and calmer , more fluid and playful .
- 2. High-ranking flo was an attentive , playful mother .
- 3. Or maybe you should try a playful nip on her ankle .
- 4. If the dog is being playful , it 's being helpful to you , then that friend around is being helpful .
- 5. In a new study of african elephants , researchers have identified four distinct characters that are prevalent with a herd the leaders , the gentle giants , the playful rogues and the reliable plodders .