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Naughty Definition & Meaning

naughty
adjective
  1. suggestive of sexual impropriety; "a blue movie"; "blue jokes"; "he skips asterisks and gives you the gamy details"; "a juicy scandal"; "a naughty wink"; "naughty words"; "racy anecdotes"; "a risque story"; "spicy gossip"
  2. badly behaved; "a naughty boy"

"Naughty" in song lyrics

See how naughty is used in real songs:

  • "In my old school, with the naughty"
    40 Glocc f/ Eminem, Jayo Felony, Niqle Nut, Sun, Tip Toe, Village Boo — (We Just) Came to Party
  • "Gon' shawty, now throw it on me naughty"
    Ali f/ Kandi — Drop Top
  • "Somebody told me that we're not naughty"
    The Ambassador — Oh Wretched Man

Usage tips for "naughty"

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Frequently asked questions

What does naughty mean?
suggestive of sexual impropriety; "a blue movie"; "blue jokes"; "he skips asterisks and gives you the gamy details"; "a juicy scandal"; "a naughty wink"; "naughty words"; "racy anecdotes"; "a risque story"; "spicy gossip" badly behaved; "a naughty boy"
What part of speech is naughty?
Naughty is an adjective.
How many definitions does naughty have?
Naughty has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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