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mischievous

mis·chie·vous [ mísschivəss ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. playfully naughty or troublesome: behaving or likely to behave in a naughty or troublesome way, but in fun and not meaning serious harm

2. troublesome or irritating: intended to tease or cause trouble, though usually in fun or without much malice

3. full of mischief: expressing somebody's intention or inclination to have fun by teasing, playing tricks, or causing trouble

4. damaging: causing or meant to cause serious trouble, damage, or hurt ( formal )


mis·chie·vous·ly adverb
mis·chie·vous·ness noun
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