CEFR C1

mischievously

adverb

Meaning

In a way that shows a playful desire to cause trouble or annoyance.

Examples

He winked mischievously as he hid his sister's favorite toy.
The children giggled mischievously, planning their next prank.

Synonyms: naughtily, wickedly, impishly, roguishly

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mischievously (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /mɪsˈtʃɪv.əs.li/

Definition

In a way that shows a playful desire to cause trouble or annoyance.

Examples

He winked mischievously as he hid his sister's favorite toy.
The children giggled mischievously, planning their next prank.
She looked at the cookie jar mischievously, wondering if she could sneak one.

Synonyms of mischievously

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