Decorous and Frolicsome

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Decorous adjective - Following the established traditions of refined society and good taste.

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Frolicsome is an antonym for decorous.

Nearby Words: decorum, decorously, decor

Frolicsome adjective - Given to good-natured joking or teasing.

Usage example: a frolicsome uncle who was a favorite among his relatives

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Decorous is an antonym for frolicsome.

Nearby Word: frolic

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Frolicsome and Decorous. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 22, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/decorous/frolicsome

Decorous & Frolicsome. N.p., 2016. Web. 22 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/decorous/frolicsome>.

Frolicsome or Decorous. 2016. Accessed July 22, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/decorous/frolicsome.

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