Misbehaver — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˌmis-bi-ˈhāv/ mis·be·have

Meaning & Definition of Misbehaver

Misbehaver (verb)

  1. to conduct (oneself) badly or improperly
  2. to behave with poor manners or a lack of courtesy
  3. to behave with disregard for accepted moral standards especially in sexual matters

Misbehaver (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in nuisance, brat

    similar: brat, disrupter, nuisance, ragamuffin, juvenile delinquent, cutup, larker, madcap, skylarker, gamin, gamine, devil, hellion, imp, mischief, monkey, rapscallion, rascal, rogue, scamp, urchin
    opposite: beast, boor, cad, churl, clown, creep, cretin, cur, heel, joker, louse, lout, skunk, snake, stinkard, stinker, knave, miscreant, reprobate, scalawag, scapegrace, scoundrel, varlet, villain

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Misbehaver

The most common words with a similar meaning to Misbehaver:

brat, disrupter, nuisance, ragamuffin, juvenile delinquent, cutup, larker, madcap, skylarker, gamin, gamine, devil, hellion, imp, mischief, monkey, rapscallion, rascal, rogue, scamp, urchin

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Misbehaver

Words with the opposite meaning of Misbehaver:

beast, boor, cad, churl, clown, creep, cretin, cur, heel, joker, louse, lout, skunk, snake, stinkard, stinker, knave, miscreant, reprobate, scalawag, scapegrace, scoundrel, varlet, villain

Word Forms of Misbehaver

Inflections: misbehaved, misbehaving

Derived words: misbehaver (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Misbehaver

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Misbehaver

What does "Misbehaver" mean?

"Misbehaver" means to conduct (oneself) badly or improperly. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to conduct (oneself) badly or improperly.

What is another word for "Misbehaver"?

Other words for "Misbehaver" include brat, disrupter, nuisance, ragamuffin, juvenile delinquent, cutup, larker and madcap. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Misbehaver" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Misbehaver"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Misbehaver". Common alternatives include brat, disrupter, nuisance, ragamuffin, juvenile delinquent, cutup, larker, madcap, skylarker and gamin.

What is the opposite of "Misbehaver"?

Antonyms of "Misbehaver" include beast, boor, cad, churl, clown, creep, cretin and cur.

Is "Misbehaver" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Misbehaver" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Misbehaver"?

"Misbehaver" is pronounced /ˌmis-bi-ˈhāv/ and divided into syllables as mis·be·have.

What is the origin of the word "Misbehaver"?

First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Misbehaver" meaning "as in nuisance, brat"?

When "Misbehaver" (noun) means as in nuisance, brat, synonyms include brat, disrupter, nuisance, ragamuffin, juvenile delinquent and cutup. Opposites in this sense include beast, boor, cad and churl.