jackanapes (Meaning)

Wordnet

jackanapes (n)

someone who is unimportant but cheeky and presumptuous

Webster

jackanapes (n.)

A monkey; an ape.

A coxcomb; an impertinent or conceited fellow.

jackanapes Sentence Examples

  1. The mischievous jackanapes played pranks on his classmates, leaving them in stitches.
  2. The arrogant jackanapes boasted about his abilities, but his actions proved otherwise.
  3. The cunning jackanapes tricked the gullible villagers out of their valuables.
  4. The impertinent jackanapes insulted the teacher, causing an uproar in the classroom.
  5. The pompous jackanapes strutted around with an air of superiority, annoying everyone around him.
  6. The reckless jackanapes got himself into trouble by taking unnecessary risks.
  7. The immature jackanapes giggled and pointed at the unfortunate victim, showing no empathy.
  8. The cowardly jackanapes ran away from the confrontation, leaving his friends behind.
  9. The deceitful jackanapes lied to his parents about his whereabouts, hoping to avoid punishment.
  10. The annoying jackanapes kept making silly noises, driving his colleagues to distraction.

FAQs About the word jackanapes

someone who is unimportant but cheeky and presumptuousA monkey; an ape., A coxcomb; an impertinent or conceited fellow.

monkey, tyke, tike, whippersnapper, bantling, toddler,rascal, neonate, hellion, cherub

adult,adult, oldster,grown-up, old-timer, elder, ancient, elder, ancient, old-timer

The mischievous jackanapes played pranks on his classmates, leaving them in stitches.

The arrogant jackanapes boasted about his abilities, but his actions proved otherwise.

The cunning jackanapes tricked the gullible villagers out of their valuables.

The impertinent jackanapes insulted the teacher, causing an uproar in the classroom.