Frisky
adj.joyful, energeticplayful
What it means
Playful, lively, and full of energy.
Reach for it when describing lively, playful energy, especially in a young animal
The frisky foal raced around the field at sunrise.
Choose between these
6- playful
springy movement is literally visible
not when Bouncy infantilizes adults and does not suit formal description.
- everyday
visible energy animates the subject
not when Lively behavior may be serious rather than playful.
- warm
mischievous
play includes harmless rule-bending
not when Mischievous implies intent to cause trouble.
- warm
games and light movement are the main behavior
not when Quiet play may have none of frisky's high energy.
- professional
high activity is the neutral observation
not when Energetic lacks the youthful playfulness.
- literary
energy includes confidence or independence
not when Spirited can mean defiant and is stronger than frisky.
Said against
4- lethargic
- subdued
- listless
- sedate
It naturally appears in
3- frisky puppy
The frisky puppy chased leaves across the yard.
- feel frisky
The foal began to feel frisky after the rain.
- frisky mood
A frisky mood spread through the young goats.