frivolity

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Frivolity refers to carefree and often silly behavior or actions that are not serious or important. It's like when someone does something goofy on purpose, without thinking about what others might think.

You see frivolity a lot in situations where people let loose and have fun, like at parties or festivals. Sometimes it can be a bit annoying to others, but usually it's just harmless playfulness. For example, if you're at a wedding and someone starts doing silly dances on the dance floor, that's an example of frivolity. It's not about being rude or causing trouble, but rather about enjoying yourself and having fun. In some cases, people might even use frivolous behavior to bring others together or lighten the mood in a tense situation.

How common is "frivolity"?

Word frivolity is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

noun

  • Frivolous act

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