1
as in humorous
causing or intended to cause laughter
antic shenanigans that made me nearly fall over with laughter
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2
as in playful
given to good-natured joking or teasing
an antic group of kids at summer camp
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as in prank
a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke
we'll have no more of your antics, so just settle down
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Recent Examples of antic
Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
Or, indeed, anyone else’s, given its alluring but thoroughly peculiar jumble of comic, dramatic and generally antic tones, or the increasingly indeterminate target of its hollow social satire.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
James Lasdun, New Yorker, 26 May 2026
In fact, Mount’s petulance was a way to distract the referee from Fernandes’s antics and take a late yellow card on his captain’s behalf.
—Carl Anka, New York Times, 26 May 2026
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Adjective
The movie’s antic humor evokes the international Fluxus movement of the nineteen-sixties and seventies, which made political arguments through outrageous absurdity.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
Or, indeed, anyone else’s, given its alluring but thoroughly peculiar jumble of comic, dramatic and generally antic tones, or the increasingly indeterminate target of its hollow social satire.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
Noun
Two years before the murders, Tinsley was hired by Renee and Phillip Beach, after their daughter Mallory was killed in a boat crash caused by the drunken antics of Murdaugh’s son, Paul.
—James Lasdun, New Yorker, 26 May 2026
In fact, Mount’s petulance was a way to distract the referee from Fernandes’s antics and take a late yellow card on his captain’s behalf.
—Carl Anka, New York Times, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for antic
Adjective
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As Fey said in an interview pegged to season one, the truth is humorous.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Within more humorous approaches like Ikezoe’s lies a powerful if subtle proposition.—
Emily Watlington,
ARTnews.com,
24 May 2026
Adjective
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Lush grounds, multiple saltwater swimming pools, a serene spa, wonderful on-property dining, and spacious guestrooms and suites make this an all-around great pick for travelers seeking a resort-style hotel that blends playful design with Western comfort and plenty of amenities.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
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While this can be a playful alternative to braids, two-strand twists can be easy and simple to wear, according to Kerry Washington.—
Larry Stansbury,
InStyle,
25 May 2026
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The Timberwolves were up 2-1 against their bitter rivals, and there was DiVincenzo, playing pranks and laughing devilishly.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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And Taco Bell is rethinking a 500-plus location rollout after customer complaints went viral (including a prank order for 18,000 cups of water).—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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The comedic farce by Peter Quilter is based on Jenkins, an American socialite and amateur coloratura soprano who during the early 20th century was known for being flamboyant in attire and having a notably poor singing voice.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 May 2026
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Despite their comedic reputations, the more serious-sounding company name was deliberate so it could be used with any kind of project.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
Noun
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And are there any tips and tricks for planning and executing the perfect anti-aging trip?—
Alessandra Signorelli,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
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Since Hathaway's viral video, people have posted themselves doing her trick, sometimes to shocking results.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Cindy Morgan, who played bombshell Lacey Underall, recalled to Sports Illustrated in 2010 that, funny as Dangerfield was, the comic was nervous about his performance.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 May 2026
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Abdullah Saeed’s Deli Boys debuted last year with a bang, quickly establishing itself as one of the most vibrant, funny, and well-rendered shows streaming.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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Underdog declined to comment on the matter other than to point out that the company has pulled comical stunts at the expense of members of the sports world.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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And Björck went about demolishing his peer group to an absolutely comical level.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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One of the more amusing parts of the fallout from Amanda Batula and West Wilson’s relationship announcement has been the race among cast members and corporations to cash in on it.—
Rebecca Jennings,
Vulture,
27 May 2026
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The sharp comedy follows their meetings over the course of the school year, revealing the micro-aggressions, class distinctions, and prejudices of the council members, which Spector addresses with clever, amusing insight.—
Mary Damiano,
Miami Herald,
27 May 2026
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“Antic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/antic. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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