Princeton's WordNet (0.00 / 0 votes) Rate this definition: frivolity, frivolousness (noun) the trait of being frivolous; not serious or sensible. bagatelle, fluff, frippery, frivolity (noun) something of little value or significance. buffoonery, clowning, japery, frivolity, harlequinade, prank (noun) acting like a clown or buffoon
awards and honors. Kirk Douglas, original name Issur Danielovitch, also called Izzy Demsky (born December 9, 1916, Amsterdam, New York, U.S.), American film actor and producer best known for his portrayals of resolute, emotionally charged heroes and antiheroes.
In 1847, Douglas became a United States senator from Illinois. He held this office until his death on June 3, 1861. While he served in the House and in the Senate, Douglas played an important role in resolving differences between Northerners and Southerners over the issue of slavery.