naughty
/ˈnɔːti/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1657 in the learning path
淘气的；不听话的
Definitions
adj. Behaving badly, especially by disobeying adults
淘气的；不听话的
Example
The naughty puppy dragged my slippers into the garden.
那只淘气的小狗把我的拖鞋拖进了花园。
Children described as naughty may benefit more from patient guidance than from repeated punishment.
被说成淘气的孩子可能更需要耐心引导，而非反复惩罚。
Collocations
- naughty child
- naughty behaviour
- be naughty
Word family
- naughtiness (n.)
- naughtily (adv.)
Synonyms
- mischievous
- disobedient
Antonyms
- well-behaved
Usage tip
常用于小孩或宠物，通常不表示严重的恶行。
FAQ
- What does naughty mean?
- Behaving badly, especially by disobeying adults
- How is naughty pronounced?
- UK /ˈnɔːti/, US /ˈnɔːti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
