mischief-maker
|mis-chief-mak-er|
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/ˈmɪstʃɪf ˌmeɪkər/
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/ˈmɪstʃɪf ˌmeɪkə/
trouble causer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mischief-maker' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'meschief,' where 'mes-' meant 'bad' and 'chief' meant 'head or leader.'
Historical Evolution
'meschief' transformed into the modern English word 'mischief,' and eventually combined with 'maker' to form 'mischief-maker.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person causing bad leadership or influence,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who causes trouble or discord.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who deliberately causes trouble or discord.
The mischief-maker spread rumors that caused a lot of tension in the office.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39