Mischief
/ˈmɪs.tʃɪf/
Mischief is playful behavior that causes trouble or annoys others, like when a friend plays a funny prank or makes a silly mess.
Examples
- The puppy got into mischief by digging up the garden and scattering dirt everywhere.
- During recess, my friends and I created some mischief by hiding each other's backpacks as a funny surprise.
- When I tried to bake cookies, my little sister caused some mischief by sneaking chocolate chips before I could use them.
Synonyms
prank
trick
naughtiness
playfulness
trouble
fun
Antonyms
good behavior
obedience
seriousness
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