Antic and Earnest

Opposite meaning words

Antic adjective - Causing or intended to cause laughter.

Usage example: antic shenanigans that made me nearly fall over with laughter

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Earnest is an antonym for antic.

Earnest adjective - Not joking or playful in mood or manner.

Usage example: I'll accept only an earnest apology from you

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Antic is an antonym for earnest.

Nearby Words: earnestness, earnestly

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