Contrary and Impish

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Contrary adjective - Engaging in or marked by childish misbehavior.

Usage example: a contrary child who wouldn't behave

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Impish and contrary are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Impish" instead an adjective "Contrary".

Impish adjective - Tending to or exhibiting reckless playfulness.

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Contrary and impish are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Contrary" instead an adjective "Impish".

Nearby Word: impishly

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Impish and Contrary. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 21, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/contrary/impish

Contrary & Impish. N.p., 2016. Web. 21 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/contrary/impish>.

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