Meaning
Playful, funny, absurd.
Etymology
Origin: Latin
Probably from Italian antico (“ancient”), used to describe ancient wall paintings from classical times, from Latin antiquus (“venerable”). See also Italian grottesco (“grotesque”). Doublet of antique.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 28 recorded puzzles:
- 2026-09-18ACINQTU
- 2026-08-22IACNRTU
- 2026-07-27IACNTVY
- 2026-06-12NACILPT
- 2026-06-01IACENTX
- 2026-03-08IACNOTX
- 2026-02-26IATMNYC
- 2026-01-18CTANGID
- 2026-01-01NATICLY
- 2025-09-01CAINTYE
- 2025-07-27CATIGNV
- 2025-07-12CATLINU
+16 earlier appearances in the archive.