Meaning & use
playful
Full of high spirits and fun, showing a light-hearted willingness to joke or amuse.
See it in a sentence
The puppy gave a playful nudge to its owner's hand.
Her playful tone made even the difficult meeting feel relaxed.
A note on using this word
Playful describes tone or manner and works well for both people and animals, unlike 'childish,' which often carries a negative judgment.
Words with a similar meaning
lightheartedjokey
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Words with an opposite meaning
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