What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
mischievous
Example
The mischievous kitten knocked over the vase and then ran away. [mischievous: adjective]
Example
She had a mischievous glint in her eye as she played a prank on her friend. [mischievous: adjective]
prankish
Example
He had a prankish sense of humor and loved to make his friends laugh. [prankish: adjective]
Example
The group of friends engaged in some prankish behavior, like putting fake spiders in each other's bags. [prankish: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Mischievous is more commonly used than prankish in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between mischievous and prankish?
Both mischievous and prankish are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
