roguish

adjective

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as in mischievous
tending to or exhibiting reckless playfulness a roguish grin was the only sign that she had something up her sleeve for the office party

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  1. mischievous
  2. wicked
  3. playful
Adjective
  • But rather than waking up to marbles scattered all over your floor or a mysteriously green dog, why not channel that mischievous energy into a family-friendly April Fool’s Day movie marathon?
    — Kara Nesvig, Parents, 12 Mar. 2025
  • In just a matter of days, the TikTok video has amassed over 50 comments as many lauded Kevin's mischievous behavior.
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of mischievous
Adjective
  • The two swap places to reunite their divorced parents while also attempting to derail Annie’s dad's engagement to his soon-to-be wicked fiancee, Meredith.
    — Kara Nesvig, Parents, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Linebacker Dre Greenlaw, formerly of San Francisco, is one of those wicked sideline-to-sideline hammers with coverage skills, assuming his Achilles is right.
    — Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of wicked
Adjective
  • Designers are leaning into contrast, pairing breezy fabrics with tailored precision while a muted yet playful color palette sets the tone.
    — Jailynn Taylor, Essence, 19 Mar. 2025
  • At the same time, Scott’s act of mass ventriloquism—patient, playful, physically astute and ultimately brave—clarifies something at the heart of Chekhov’s play.
    — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of playful
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