B2adjectiverelationshipspsychology
US/ˈnɑː.ti/
UK/ˈnɔː.ti/
behaving badly, especially a child who does not obey
In context
The naughty boy hid his sister's shoes and then pretended he knew nothing.
Stop being naughty and come and sit down at the table.
Our puppy was very naughty today and chewed up three pairs of socks.
Words that go with naughty
adjective + noun
- naughty childA naughty child needs clear rules, not shouting.
- naughty boyHe was a naughty boy who never did his homework.
- naughty girlThe naughty girl drew on the wall with a pen.
- naughty stepGo and sit on the naughty step for five minutes.
adverb + adjective
- a bit naughtyThe kids were a bit naughty at the party.
- very naughtyYour dog has been very naughty this morning.