Lark and Mope

Opposite meaning words

Lark verb - To play and run about happily.

Usage example: we would rather lark about in the summer than get part-time jobs

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Mope is an antonym for lark.

Nearby Word: larking

Mope verb - To move or act slowly.

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Lark is an antonym for mope.

Nearby Words: moping, moped

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