Local language topic

Behaviour

Compare 3 regional entries that share this classification while keeping each local definition attached to its place.

Irelandireland.localmean.com

acting the maggot

/ACK-ting the MAG-ut/

Behaving foolishly, messing around, causing trouble, or refusing to take something seriously.

“Stop acting the maggot and finish your homework.”
Irelandireland.localmean.com

bold

/BOLD/

Naughty, badly behaved, or disobedient, especially of a child.

“Don’t be bold—leave your sister alone.”
Londonlondon.localmean.com

cheeky

/CHEE-kee · /ˈtʃiː.ki//

Slightly rude or disrespectful, often in a playful, bold, or amusing way.

“That was a cheeky reply, but everyone laughed.”