Definitions
- Describing behavior that is wicked or evil. - Referring to something that is extremely difficult or unpleasant. - Talking about a person who is cunning or sly.
- Describing playful or harmless behavior that is intended to cause minor trouble or annoyance. - Referring to a person who is playful and enjoys teasing or pranking others. - Talking about a situation or event that is lighthearted and amusing.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe behavior that is not entirely serious.
- 2Both words can be used to describe people or situations.
- 3Both words can be used to describe behavior that is intended to cause some sort of reaction.
- 4Both words can be used to describe behavior that is not necessarily harmful.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Devilish implies a more extreme level of misbehavior than mischievous.
- 2Intent: Devilish behavior is often intended to cause harm or distress, while mischievous behavior is usually playful and harmless.
- 3Connotation: Devilish has a negative connotation, while mischievous has a more positive or neutral connotation.
- 4Severity: Devilish behavior is often seen as more serious or dangerous than mischievous behavior.
- 5Frequency: Mischievous behavior is more common and accepted in everyday life than devilish behavior.
Remember this!
Devilish and mischievous are both words used to describe playful behavior, but they differ in their intensity, intent, connotation, severity, and frequency. Devilish behavior is more extreme and harmful, while mischievous behavior is more playful and harmless. Mischievous is a more common and accepted word in everyday language, while devilish is used less frequently and has a more negative connotation.
