frolicsome
UK: ˈfrɒlɪksəm | US: ˈfrɑːlɪksəm
adj. Playful, full of fun or high-spirited.
The word "frolicsome" combines "frolic," an early modern English term derived from the Dutch "vrolijk" (meaning "cheerful" or "merry"), with the suffix "-some," which denotes a tendency or quality. The Dutch "vrolijk" itself traces back to the Proto-Germanic *frawaz (joyful). Over time, "frolic" evolved to describe lively play, and "-some" was added to form an adjective describing someone or something inclined to such behavior. The word captures the essence of lightheartedness and energetic joy.
The frolicsome puppy chased its tail in circles.
Children’s frolicsome laughter echoed through the park.
Her frolicsome mood lifted everyone’s spirits at the party.
The frolicsome kittens tumbled over each other in play.
A frolicsome breeze danced through the autumn leaves.