Antic

/ˈæn.tɪk/

noun

  1. A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle.

  2. A caricature.

  3. (often in plural) A ludicrous gesture or act; ridiculous behaviour; caper.

verb

  1. To perform antics, caper.

  2. To make a fool of, to cause to look ridiculous.

  3. To perform (an action) as an antic; to mimic ridiculously.

adjective

  1. Playful, funny, absurd

  2. Grotesque, incongruous.

  3. Grotesque, bizarre

adjective

  1. Having existed in ancient times, descended from antiquity; used especially in reference to Greece and Rome.

  2. Belonging to former times, not modern, out of date, old-fashioned.

  3. Designating a style of type.

Synonyms: antiquated, disused, outdated

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