What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
naughtiness
Example
The little boy was full of naughtiness and always getting into trouble. [naughtiness: noun]
Example
She had a streak of naughtiness in her personality that made her fun to be around. [naughtiness: noun]
mischievousness
Example
The mischievousness in his eyes gave away his plan to prank his friends. [mischievousness: noun]
Example
She had a mischievousness about her that made her popular with her peers. [mischievousness: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Mischievousness is more commonly used than naughtiness in everyday language. Mischievousness is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while naughtiness is less common and often associated with children's behavior.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between naughtiness and mischievousness?
Both naughtiness and mischievousness are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
