Coltishness and Devilry

Coltishness

Coltishness noun - A natural disposition for playful behavior.
Usage example: although she's now in her 30s, she still displays the coltishness of a high-spirited teenager

Devilry and coltishness are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Devilry" instead a noun "Coltishness".

Devilry

Devilry noun - Playful, reckless behavior that is not intended to cause serious harm.
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Synonyms for Devilry

Coltishness and devilry are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Coltishness" instead a noun "Devilry".

Nearby Word: devil
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