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rascal

[ˈræskəl]

rascal Definition

a mischievous or dishonest person, especially a child or man.

Using rascal: Examples

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

  • Example

    He was always getting into trouble as a rascal.

  • Example

    The rascal stole my wallet!

  • Example

    That little rascal is up to no good again.

  • Example

    He's a lovable rascal, but don't trust him with your secrets.

rascal Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for rascal

Idioms Using rascal

  • rascal's nest

    a place where a group of rascals or mischievous people gather

    Example

    That bar is a real rascal's nest on the weekends.

  • rascal's trick

    a clever or mischievous act

    Example

    He played a rascal's trick on his sister by hiding her phone.

  • rascal's paradise

    a place or situation where a rascal can thrive or be mischievous without consequences

    Example

    College was a rascal's paradise for him, with all the parties and freedom.

Phrases with rascal

  • an older person who is still mischievous or playful

    Example

    My grandfather may be an old rascal, but he still knows how to have fun.

  • a term of endearment for a mischievous child

    Example

    Look at that little rascal, always getting into trouble!

  • a mischievous or sly smile

    Example

    He gave me a rascally grin and I knew he was up to something.

Origins of rascal

originally meaning 'lean or thin', from Old French 'rasque' and Middle English 'rascaile'

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Summary: rascal in Brief

'Rascal' [ˈræskəl] refers to a mischievous or dishonest person, often a child or man. It can be used as a term of endearment or as a negative descriptor, as in 'The rascal stole my wallet!' 'Rascal' also appears in idioms like 'rascal's nest,' denoting a gathering place for mischievous people, and 'rascal's paradise,' indicating a situation where one can thrive without consequences.