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rascally Synonyms

Another word for rascally

Choosing another word for rascally depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Playfully mischievous, cheeky, or impish in a way that is more endearing than harmful.

Usage Example

"The puppy gave a mischievous tilt of its head before running off with my slipper."

Strongest
mischievous
roguish
Strong
impish
scampish
puckish
cheeky
naughty

• adjective (Context 2)

Dishonest, unscrupulous, or characteristic of a knave or scoundrel.

Usage Example

"The detective uncovered a knavish scheme designed to swindle elderly investors out of their savings."

Strongest
knavish
scoundrelly
Strong
unscrupulous
deceitful
underhanded
dishonest
villainous

Opposites of rascally

The opposite of rascally shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

honest
honorable
upright
well-behaved
trustworthy
angelic
virtuous
obedient
See all opposites of rascally

• Nearby Words

rasbora
rascal
rascality
rascally
rash
rasher
rashly

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Rascally. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/rascally
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