playful
Translation
playful, light-hearted, fun-loving, frisky
Examples
The kitten is very playful.
The kitten is very playful.
He gave her a playful push.
He gave her a playful push.
Grammar Patterns
to be playful to be fond of games and amusement The dolphins are very playful.
a playful ((noun)) a (noun) that is fun-loving She has a playful personality.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fun-loving, light-hearted, frisky; Antonyms: serious, somber
Etymology
From the noun 'play' plus the suffix '-ful', meaning 'full of'. So, literally 'full of play'.
Memory Tips
Imagine something that is 'full of play', like a young puppy or kitten.