| English adjective: antic | |||
| 1. | antic ludicrously odd | ||
| Samples | Hamlet's assumed antic disposition. Fantastic Halloween costumes. A grotesque reflection in the mirror. | ||
| Synonyms | fantastic, fantastical, grotesque | ||
| Similar | strange, unusual | ||
| Antonyms | familiar | ||
| English noun: antic | |||
| 1. | antic (act) a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement | ||
| Synonyms | caper, joke, prank, put-on, trick | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | diversion, recreation | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | dirty trick, practical joke | ||
| English verb: antic | |||
| 1. | antic (body) act as or like a clown | ||
| Synonyms | clown, clown around | ||
| Pattern of use | Somebody ----s | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | jest, joke | ||