jackanapes
/ˈdʒækəˌneɪps/
NOUN
1. An impudent or mischievous person
A person, especially a child or young person, who behaves in an impertinent, cheeky, or mischievous way; a presumptuous or troublesome individual.
1.1. Mischievous or troublesome person
A playful, troublesome, or disobedient person, particularly a child who frequently gets into mischief or causes trouble.
Synonyms
- rascal
- rapscallion
- imp
- hellion
- little devil
- urchin
- rogue
- wild one
- whippersnapper
Examples
- The mischievous child was often referred to as a little jackanapes due to his playful antics.
- The strict teacher scolded the unruly student, calling him a jackanapes for disrupting the class.
Related Words
1.2. Impudent or cheeky person
Someone who behaves disrespectfully, presumptuously, or with excessive self-confidence, especially toward people deserving of respect or authority.
Synonyms
Examples
- As the comedian delivered witty jokes, he playfully referred to himself as the court's resident jackanapes.
Related Words
- impudence
- insolence
- impertinence
- presumption
- cheekiness
- disrespect
- audacity
NOUN
2. A monkey
A monkey or ape; an animal historically associated with the word jackanapes.
2.1. Monkeys and apes
An animal belonging to the primate group, particularly a monkey, in the historical or less common literal sense of the word.
Synonyms
- monkey
Related Words
- ape
- primate
- macaque
- baboon
- chimpanzee
- simian