as in mischief
playful, reckless behavior that is not intended to cause serious harm
our indoor Frisbee game—my dog's and mine—played hob with a couple of lamps and a vase
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of hob
The finish also blends well with the black kitchen cabinets, which are fitted with an induction hob, extractor hood, small sink (also in black) and refrigerator.
—
Stefan Ionescu
june 04,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
When the stars are in full celebration mode, hob-nobbing and sipping cocktails, what really happens behind the scenes and during commercial breaks?
—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
15 Mar. 2026
The separate kitchen with its bright red freestanding unit is large enough to sit in, but with only a two-hob stove, a small kettle and an espresso machine, it’s not designed for cooking.
—
Eleanor Cording-Booth,
Vogue,
18 Nov. 2025
Even burners on the gas hob appeared to be switched on.
—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
Stefan Ionescu
june 04,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
When the stars are in full celebration mode, hob-nobbing and sipping cocktails, what really happens behind the scenes and during commercial breaks?
—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
15 Mar. 2026
The separate kitchen with its bright red freestanding unit is large enough to sit in, but with only a two-hob stove, a small kettle and an espresso machine, it’s not designed for cooking.
—
Eleanor Cording-Booth,
Vogue,
18 Nov. 2025
Even burners on the gas hob appeared to be switched on.
—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hob
Noun
-
Saul Vargas of Saint Cloud, Florida was also charged with criminal mischief on June 15.
-
State police said Werhan was arrested on charges of third-degree assault, disorderly conduct, third-degree criminal mischief, unlawful restraint, second-degree threatening, interfering with a 911 call and second-degree reckless endangerment.
Noun
-
Bubble skirts had their moment, but balloon pants bring the same sense of playfulness to any outfit.
-
Fun and playfulness definitely trumped the grind here.
Noun
-
Still, the pure rascality in these extravagant self-inventions shouldn’t be overlooked.
Noun
-
Mustard and vinegar provide the devilment for a flavorful bite, particularly when topped with a scattering of scallions and paprika.
-
But even if truffles are beyond your pay grade, there is plenty of enjoyment to be had in the sheer devilment portrayed in this informative and appetizing book.
Cite this Entry
“Hob.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hob. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
