
Naughty
Child Behavior
'Naughty' is commonly used to describe children behaving badly, not adults.

The teacher told the child not to be naughty by drawing on walls.
Mild Discipline
Often used for mild misbehavior, not for serious wrongdoing or very bad behavior.

You are being naughty for not doing your homework.
Slightly Endearing
Sometimes used affectionately for minor misdeeds, not with real anger.

Oh, you naughty thing, hiding Mommy's phone!
Compare with
DevilishDisobedientImpishInsubordinateMischievousPlayfulRoguishWayward
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