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cavort

Meanings
  • Verb

    To frolic or behave in a lively and often frivolous manner.

Pronunciation




  1. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75729335"
  2. /kəˈvɔɹt/



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Synonyms

caper , frolic , prance , romp
Rhymes
Words rhyming with cavort
port , mort , wert , ert
Variants
List of all variants of cavort that leads to same result
cavort , cavorted , cavorting , cavorts
Etymology
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Originally meant 'to leap, dance, or frolic' in the late 15th century.

Trivia
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  1. The word 'cavort' is often used in a negative context to describe behavior that is considered frivolous or wasteful.

  2. In the 19th century, 'cavort' was used to describe the behavior of horses in a pasture.

Related Concepts
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  1. Frolic: A synonym for cavort, meaning to engage in playful and lively activity.

  2. Revel: Another synonym for cavort, meaning to celebrate or enjoy oneself in a lively and often excessive way.

Culture
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In literature, 'cavort' is often used to describe characters engaging in carefree and playful behavior. In art, it can be depicted as a group of figures engaging in lively activity.

How to Memorize "cavort"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a group of people laughing and dancing in a field.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'cavort' with the feeling of joy and carefree behavior.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the phrase 'Cavort like a child' to help remember the meaning of the word.

🧠 Bonus Tips

To help you remember the word 'cavort', follow these practical tricks with steps:

1. Association of the word: Imagine a group of 'cavorts' (a mythical creature that resembles a horse) having fun and 'cavorting' in a field. This mental image will help you remember the word and its spelling.

2. Break it down: Break down the word into smaller parts - 'ca' and 'vort'. 'Ca' can remind you of 'can' or 'car' and 'vort' can be associated with 'whirl' or 'swirl'. Now, imagine a 'ca' (car) swirling or 'cavorting' around in a fun way.

3. Rhyme it: Create a rhyme using the word 'cavort', such as 'He skipped and he cavorted, all through the day, in a joyful and sporty way.'

4. Use it in a sentence: Try using the word 'cavort' in a sentence, such as 'The children cavorted in the park, enjoying the beautiful weather.' This will help you get comfortable with the word and remember its meaning and spelling.

5. Repeat it: Repeat the word 'cavort' several times, focusing on its spelling and pronunciation. This will help you to remember the word and its spelling in the long term.

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