HOBS Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

hob

noun

ˈhäb

Definition of hob

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

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Recent Examples of hob 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 Just a husband, a wife, and a kitchen so small it was forced to run on a four-ring hob. — Lela London, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for hob

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And though Sonnenshine aged them a bit to allow for more complex storylines, Laura (Alice Halsey) is all curiosity and mischief compared to Mary’s (Hughes) more studious rule-following.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
The daredevil couple, who scaled the building dressed in dark outfits and masks, were each charged with first-degree reckless endangerment, second-degree criminal mischief and an additional charge related to the incident.

— Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 4 July 2026

Definition of mischief

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Retro Entertaining Features Bring an element of playfulness outdoors with retro entertaining features like bar carts, lawn games, or even a back porch bar.

— Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026
Rowland’s sense of playfulness is also more evident in the artwork chosen for the space (subjects include a spa bathrobe in the common area and a weenie roast above the coffee condiments).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026

Definition of playfulness

Noun

Mustard and vinegar provide the devilment for a flavorful bite, particularly when topped with a scattering of scallions and paprika.

— SAVEUR Editors, Saveur, 5 Feb. 2025
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.

— Eugenia Bone, WSJ, 10 July 2019

Definition of devilment

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