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frivolity

 
Dictionary: fri·vol·i·ty   (frĭ-vŏl'ĭ-tē) pronunciation
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n., pl., -ties.
  1. The quality or condition of being frivolous.
  2. A frivolous act or thing.

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Definition: silliness, childishness
Antonyms: sensibility, seriousness, solemnity, wiseness

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The noun has 3 meanings:

Meaning #1: the trait of being frivolous; not serious or sensible
  Synonym: frivolousness
  Antonym: seriousness (meaning #3)

Meaning #2: something of little value or significance
  Synonyms: bagatelle, fluff, frippery

Meaning #3: acting like a clown or buffoon
  Synonyms: buffoonery, clowning, harlequinade, prank

 
 
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