Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mischief
noun
/ˈmɪs.tʃɪf/
Definition
Mischief refers to playful misbehavior or trouble caused by someone, often in a lighthearted or harmless manner.
Examples
- The boy was caught making mischief in the classroom.
- Her mischief often involved hiding her brother’s toys.
- They were up to their usual mischief during the school holidays.
Meaning
It can also denote the intention to cause minor harm or annoyance, typically without malevolent intent.
Synonyms
- naughtiness
- prank
- trickery
- trouble
