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Meaning of rapscallion
A mischievous or cunning person, especially a child
Etymology of rapscallion
The word "rapscallion" has its roots in the 16th century, derived from the Middle English words "rap" meaning "to seize" and "scallion" meaning "a rogue" or "a scoundrel"
Historically, the term was used to describe a mischievous or cunning person, often with connotations of playfulness or roguishness
Synonyms
scoundrel
rogue
rascal
villain
knave
varlet
ne'er-do-well
scamp
imp
mischief-maker
troublemaker
hellion
whippersnapper
good-for-nothing
loafer
idler
vagabond
vagrant
tramp
hoodlum
thug
brute
bully
blackguard
scapegrace
reprobate
libertine
debauchee
profligate
wastrel
spendthrift
Definitions
- A person, especially a child, who is playfully mischievous or cunning
- A dishonest or unscrupulous person
Usage Examples
- The little rapscallion had filled his sister's room with balloons and then hidden to watch her reaction
- He was a rapscallion in his youth, always getting into trouble and causing mischief for his family and friends
- The rapscallion politician was known for his cunning and unscrupulous tactics in gaining power
Antonyms
saint
angel
hero
role model
paragon
virtuoso
philanthropist
altruist
benefactor
humanitarian
do-gooder
goody-goody
goodie
nice person
kind soul
gentle person
innocent
naive
guileless
honest
trustworthy
respectable
law-abiding
decent
upright
moral
ethical