jackanapes

[US]/ˈdʒækəneɪps/
[UK]/ˈdʒækəneɪps/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a conceited and impudent person, a mischievous child, a monkey; an arrogant fellow, a mischievous child, a monkey

Phrases & Collocations

little jackanapes

that jackanapes

jackanapes behavior

jackanapes attitude

jackanapes antics

jackanapes remarks

jackanapes spirit

jackanapes charm

jackanapes tricks

jackanapes fool

Example Sentences

that jackanapes stole my lunch right off my desk!

he acted like a jackanapes during the meeting, interrupting everyone.

don't be such a jackanapes; it's not polite to tease others.

the jackanapes in the classroom always distract the teacher.

she called him a jackanapes for his silly pranks.

he has a reputation as a jackanapes among his friends.

that jackanapes is always getting into trouble.

she laughed at the jackanapes who tried to impress her.

don't let that jackanapes fool you; he's not trustworthy.

the jackanapes made a mess in the kitchen.

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