Frisky: meaning, definitions and examples
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frisky
[ ˈfrɪski ]
playful mood
Frisky describes a lively, playful, or energetic attitude or demeanor. It is often used to describe animals, especially pets that exhibit playful behavior, but can also refer to humans who are vibrant and lively. When someone is feeling frisky, they might act in a spirited or cheeky manner. This term can also imply a sense of being sexually playful or flirtatious.
Synonyms
energetic, frivolous, lively, playful, spirited
Examples of usage
- The frisky puppy ran around the yard.
- She felt frisky after a long day at work.
- He gave a frisky wink before walking away.
Translations
Translations of the word "frisky" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vivaz
🇮🇳 चंचल
🇩🇪 lebhaft
🇮🇩 ceria
🇺🇦 живий
🇵🇱 żywotny
🇯🇵 元気な
🇫🇷 espiègle
🇪🇸 juguetón
🇹🇷 neşeli
🇰🇷 짖궂은
🇸🇦 مرح
🇨🇿 čilý
🇸🇰 živý
🇨🇳 活泼的
🇸🇮 živahen
🇮🇸 lívandi
🇰🇿 ширақ
🇬🇪 ცოცხალი
🇦🇿 canlı
🇲🇽 juguetón
Etymology
The word 'frisky' has its origins in the early 18th century, first recorded in 1719, derived from the Scottish term 'frisk', which meant lively or merry. The etymology can be traced back further to the Middle English word 'frisk', which was used to describe someone who was lively and spirited. The adoption of the word into common English usage allowed it to expand from describing the behavior of animals, particularly young creatures full of energy, to include human behaviors as well. Over time, 'frisky' has maintained its association with playful and spirited actions, adapting its meaning slightly in different contexts but retaining its core essence of liveliness.