Cheeky and Naughty

Cheeky

Cheeky adjective - Displaying or marked by rude boldness.

Naughty and cheeky are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Naughty" instead an adjective "Cheeky".

Nearby Words: cheek, cheekily, cheeked, cheeking

Naughty

Naughty adjective - Engaging in or marked by childish misbehavior.

Cheeky and naughty are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Cheeky" instead an adjective "Naughty".

Nearby Words: naught, naughtiness, naughtily

Both words in one sentence

  • Yet the task is anything but easy, as Pinocchio tends to be cheeky, naughty, disobedient, and all too susceptible to the bad influence of liars and false friends.
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