Antic and Sober

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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Sober is an antonym for antic.

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

Usage example: a sober reply to what was only a teasing comment

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Antic is an antonym for sober.

Nearby Words: soberly, soberness, sobering, sobered

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