antics

/ ˈæntɪks /

plural noun

1. absurd or grotesque acts or postures

Example Sentences

Paul, who grew up in Ohio, originally became famous on YouTube for his disruptive antics.

From Los Angeles Times

Viewers, seemingly tired of the account’s engagement-baiting antics and appalled by the obvious money grab, Community Noted all of @FearedBuck’s Stake-sponsored posts, explaining that the user was violating X’s guidelines on undisclosed promotions as well as violating the Federal Trade Commission’s guidelines on gambling advertisements.

From Slate

Tesla’s business is suffering thanks to Musk’s far-right antics, which means he’s more dependent than ever on the federal contracts keeping SpaceX aloft.

From Slate

Slot has made an outstanding start at Liverpool, his almost under-the-radar approach reflected in his polite celebrations after the final whistle blows, in sharp contrast to the fist-pumping antics and wild animation of the man who went before him.

From BBC

Belcher said Trump’s bizarre and at times racist antics on the trail — and his campaign’s intense focus on issues that don’t directly affect many Americans, such as transgender healthcare — are contributing to his poor or stagnant performance in recent polling.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• hijinks
• misbehavior
• rowdiness