waggery (Meaning)
waggery (n)
waggish behavior
a quaint and amusing jest
waggery (n.)
The manner or action of a wag; mischievous merriment; sportive trick or gayety; good-humored sarcasm; pleasantry; jocularity; as, the waggery of a schoolboy.
Synonyms & Antonyms of waggery
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Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- sportiveness
- monkeying
- roughhousing
- trickery
- trick
- horseplay
- tomfoolery
- high jinks
- hanky-panky
- caper
- monkey business
- diabolicalness
- irritation
- misbehavior
- troublemaking
- practical joke
- annoyance
- hijinks
- buffoonery
- naughtiness
- antic
- chicanery
- friskiness
- goings-on
- exasperation
- skylarking
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No weak antonyms found.
waggery Sentence Examples
- The puppy's wagging tail and playful nips were pure waggery, a joyful invitation to play.
- The prankster's elaborate scheme, involving a whoopie cushion and a bucket of confetti, was pure waggery.
- The stand-up comedian's routine relied heavily on witty wordplay and lighthearted waggery.
- Don't be fooled by her innocent smile; she's likely up to some waggery.
- The mischievous glint in their eyes hinted at upcoming waggery, much to the teacher's amusement.
- The film's slapstick humor relied on physical gags and silly waggery to entertain the audience.
- The playful banter between friends often descended into lighthearted waggery, poking fun at each other.
- Despite the waggery, a sense of camaraderie and affection remained between the rivals.
- The dog park was a haven for waggery, filled with the joyful barks and playful chases of furry friends.
- While some waggery is harmless fun, be mindful of pranks that might cause offense or damage property.
FAQs About the word waggery
waggish behavior, a quaint and amusing jestThe manner or action of a wag; mischievous merriment; sportive trick or gayety; good-humored sarcasm; pleasantry; joc
mischief, devilment, playfulness, devilishness, roguery, rascality, hob, espieglerie, wickedness, knavery
gravity, solemnity, seriousness, gravitas,gravity, seriousness, gravitas, solemnity,solemnness, solemnness
The puppy's wagging tail and playful nips were pure waggery, a joyful invitation to play.
The prankster's elaborate scheme, involving a whoopie cushion and a bucket of confetti, was pure waggery.
The stand-up comedian's routine relied heavily on witty wordplay and lighthearted waggery.
Don't be fooled by her innocent smile; she's likely up to some waggery.
