Part of Speech
verb
Definition
to prance or caper about
Origin + Etymology
late 18th century (originally US): perhaps an alteration of curvet
Synonyms
- gambol
- romp
- play
- roughhouse
- cut loose
- horseplay
Antonyms
- mope
- pout
- stew
- sulk
Example
The happy puppies cavort around their mother’s feet.
Usage Over Time
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