mischief

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈmɪstʃɪf/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

Conduct that playfully causes petty annoyance.

Synonyms
delinquency naughtiness roguery scampishness
Example Sentences
  • Drink led to mischief.
2 Definition

A playfully annoying action.

Example Sentences
  • John's mischief, tying his shoelaces together, irked George at first.
3 Definition

(collective) A group or a pack of rats.

4 Definition

Harm or injury:

5 Definition

A cause or agent of annoyance, harm or injury, especially a person who causes mischief.

Synonyms
bad boy knave rapscallion rascal rogue
6 Definition

The Devil; used as an expletive.