Mischief is a sign of childhood. We are used to the fact that children have fun, and adults should be serious, smart and reasonable. But reality tells us that some make good money entertaining others, like Jim Carrey. Today we will learn about the noun mentioned first, consider its meaning, synonyms and think about why most adults still do not allow children to have fun.
Meaning
To frame the conversation, let's start with the meaning of the word. This is an unacceptable prank, perky, disruptive behavior. Naturally, the order parameters in this case are determined by adults. But we know the boundaries that are more or less common to all families in Russia, and maybe outside of the fatherland:
- Don't shout too loud.
- Don't run too fast.
- Don't bother talking too much.
The reader himself can continue the list. The main thing is that the examples should includeadverb "too".
In general, mischief is something that is clearly visible not in children, but in adults. Remember the movie Lucky Gilmore (1996)? The protagonist is a real textbook or a walking example of the object of study. Why did Happy do what he did on the golf course? Did he not know that certain behavior is condemned not only by society, but by the sports federation? I understood perfectly. The tricks were only out of mischief, and this can be treated as you like, but perhaps such behavior speaks of a hidden creative function, which, unfortunately, has not found a better application. Let the reader think about it. And we're moving on.
Synonyms
It's time to indicate the synonyms of the object of study. It is clear that there is a synonym for "pampering", but what else? Follow us:
- prank;
- hooliganism;
- tomfoolery;
- outrage;
- disgrace.
Most of the words have a broader meaning, but in certain contexts, of course, they can also replace "mischief".
Mischief can end badly
Is it true that all adults are so boring and not allowed to have fun just out of harm? No, it's not true. Children do not have the life experience that adults have. For example, the older generation knows that entertainment, if it gets out of hand, can end badly. Parents or other uncles and aunts replacing them fear the consequences of unbridled joy.
Men andwomen who have reached a certain age realize how tightly intertwined fun and grief are in life. When one goes beyond its limits, it is possible that it passes into its opposite. For example, a child jumps, jumps, and then gets a little distracted and hits the corner of the table. Such an experience can be avoided by being a little calmer. Adults are not animals. They just know how quickly life changes.
