Hijinks
noun
Playful or mischievous behavior that is intended to amuse.
The children engaged in hijinks during the spring festival.
Usage tips
Informal
playful antics,mischievous fun,lighthearted shenanigans
noun
Playful or mischievous behavior that is intended to amuse.
The children engaged in hijinks during the spring festival.
Usage tips
Informal
playful antics,mischievous fun,lighthearted shenanigans
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'hijinks' in informal settings where lightheartedness is key.
The children had a lot of hijinks at the picnic.
Pro Tip 2/3Connotation
'Hijinks' typically implies harmless fun, not malicious intent.
Their hijinks brought laughter to the event.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Recognize that 'hijinks' is often associated with childhood play or festivities.
Many parties are marked by hijinks among friends.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'hijinks' in informal settings where lightheartedness is key.
The children had a lot of hijinks at the picnic.
Pro Tip 2/3Connotation
'Hijinks' typically implies harmless fun, not malicious intent.
Their hijinks brought laughter to the event.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Recognize that 'hijinks' is often associated with childhood play or festivities.
Many parties are marked by hijinks among friends.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'hijinks' in informal settings where lightheartedness is key.
The children had a lot of hijinks at the picnic.
Pro Tip 2/3Connotation
'Hijinks' typically implies harmless fun, not malicious intent.
Their hijinks brought laughter to the event.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Recognize that 'hijinks' is often associated with childhood play or festivities.
Many parties are marked by hijinks among friends.
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