prankster

[ prangk-ster ]

noun

1. a mischievous or malicious person who plays tricks, practical jokes, etc., at the expense of another.

prankster

/ ˈpræŋkstə /

noun

1. a practical joker

Word History and Origins

Origin of prankster¹

An Americanism dating back to 1925–30; prank ¹ + -ster

Example Sentences

But the dog — Mushie — has yet to turn up and the determined couple are now having to endure scam calls and pranksters barking into the phone line.

From Los Angeles Times

A former Disney child star and YouTube prankster who compares himself to the great Muhammad Ali is unlikely to ever win over boxing aficionados.

From BBC

Cardi B had some choice words for the prankster she said called child protective services to her home.

From Los Angeles Times

“My teammates were great, hilarious. We were all pranksters and jokesters. … We were all for each other, too.”

From Los Angeles Times

And yet, the self-styled prankster and anti-establishment figure has consistently managed to remain anonymous.

From BBC

Related Words

• prank
• rascal
• rogue