Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hellion
noun
/ˈhɛliən/
Definition
A hellion is a rowdy or mischievous person, often a child or teenager.
Examples
- The kids ran around the park, acting like a group of hellions.
- Despite being a hellion in her youth, she grew up to be a responsible adult.
- He was labeled a hellion by his teachers for his nonstop antics in class.
Meaning
The term is typically used to describe someone who is unruly, wild, or full of disruptive energy.
Synonyms
- rascal
- scamp
- troublemaker
- roustabout
- imp
