Antonyms for jackanapeses


Grammar : Noun
Spell : jak-uh-neyps
Phonetic Transcription : ˈdʒæk əˌneɪps


Definition of jackanapeses

Origin :
  • mid-15c., "a monkey," also "an impertinent, conceited fellow;" apparently from Jack of Naples, but whether this is some specific personification or folk etymology of jack (n.) + ape is unknown. See note in OED.
  • As in brat : noun spoiled child

Synonyms for jackanapeses

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