Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scamp
noun
/skamp/
Definition
A scamp is a mischievous person, often a child, who behaves in a playful or cheeky manner.
Examples
- The little boy was a real scamp, always getting into trouble but with a charming smile.
- She described her mischievous puppy as her favorite scamp.
- Despite his reputation as a scamp, everyone loved him for his infectious laughter.
Meaning
The term often carries a sense of endearment despite the troublesome behavior.
Synonyms
- rascal
- trickster
- imp
- rogue
