What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
rollicked
Example
The children rollicked in the park, playing tag and laughing. [rollicked: verb]
Example
The partygoers rollicked around the dance floor, enjoying the music and each other's company. [rollicked: past tense]
cavort
Example
The puppy cavorted around the yard, chasing its tail and playing with toys. [cavort: verb]
Example
The couple cavorted on the beach, splashing in the waves and building sandcastles. [cavorted: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Cavort is more commonly used than rollicked in everyday language, especially in American English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between rollicked and cavort?
Both rollicked and cavort are informal and casual words, and are not typically used in formal contexts.
