Definition of "antic"
- adjective
Grotesque, incongruous.
Grotesque, bizarre; absurd.
Alternative form of antique.
- noun
A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle.
A caricature.
A ludicrous gesture or act; ridiculous behaviour.
A grotesque performer or clown.
A pose, often exaggerated, in anticipation of an action; for example, a brief squat before jumping.
- verb
To perform antics.
To perform (an action) as an antic; to mimic ridiculously.
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