Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jackanapes
Noun
/ˈjakəˌneɪps/
Definition
A mischievous or impudent child.
Examples
- The little jackanapes threw a tantrum when he didn’t get his way.
- She called her brother a jackanapes for his cheeky remarks during dinner.
- The teacher had a hard time managing the class filled with jackanapes.
Meaning
The term ‘jackanapes’ refers to someone, usually a child, who behaves in a cheeky or mischievous way, often showing a lack of respect for authority.
Synonyms
- rascal
- imp
- scamp
- rogue
- mischief-maker
