prankster

[ˈpræŋkstər]

prankster Definition

a person who plays practical jokes on others.

Using prankster: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "prankster" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was always the class prankster, making his classmates laugh with his jokes.

  • Example

    The prankster put a fake spider in his friend's bed to scare him.

  • Example

    The office prankster put a whoopee cushion on the boss's chair.

prankster Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for prankster

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Summary: prankster in Brief

A 'prankster' [ˈpræŋkstər] is someone who enjoys playing practical jokes on others. This person is often referred to as a 'jester,' 'trickster,' or 'mischief-maker.' Examples of pranks include putting a fake spider in someone's bed or a whoopee cushion on a chair.

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