English Dictionary

antic

/ˈæn.tɪk/

noun

(architecture, art, obsolete) A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle. / A caricature. / (often in the plural) A ludicrous gesture or act; ridiculous behaviour; caper.

The old castle is known for its beautiful antic architecture.

意味（1）

(architecture, art, obsolete) A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle.

意味（2）

A caricature.

意味（3）

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

I'm fed up with your constant antics in class. Please behave yourself!

意味（4）

A grotesque performer or clown, buffoon.

The Grave-maker, like the professional fools and Falstaff, and like Hamlet himself, is an antic, a grotesque, one who demonstrates to men how foolish and