Simple meaning
What does Mischief mean?
Mischief means playful trouble-making.
Dictionary definition
Playful trouble or behavior that causes minor problems, often without serious harm.
Example sentences
Mischief in a sentence
easy
The puppy got into mischief with the shoes.
medium
A little mischief turned into a classroom distraction.
hard
Stories often show mischief teaching characters about responsibility.
Synonyms
Words like Mischief
prankUse for playful trouble meant as a joke.
naughtinessUse for mild rule-breaking behavior.
Antonyms
Opposite words
obedienceUse when rules are followed.
responsibilityUse when choices are thoughtful and reliable.
Word family
Mischief word family
Base word
mischief
adjective
mischievous
Playfully causing minor trouble.
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Practice 1
What does mischief mean?
Mischief is usually minor trouble, often playful but disruptive.
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