es·piè·gle·rie
| \ e-spye-glə-ˈrē
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Definition of espièglerie
: the quality or state of being roguish or frolicsome
Synonyms & Antonyms for espièglerie
Synonyms
- coltishness,
- friskiness,
- impishness,
- larkiness,
- mischief,
- mischievousness,
- playfulness,
- prankishness,
- sportfulness,
- sportiveness,
- tricksiness
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“Espièglerie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/espi%C3%A8glerie. Accessed 25 Jun. 2022.
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The first known use of espièglerie was in 1815
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