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hanky-panky

The word “hanky-panky” has 4 syllables: han-ky-pank-y

It's pronounced as /ˌhæŋ.kiˈpæŋ.ki/

What is synonym and antonym for hanky-panky?

In the thesaurus, “hanky-panky” has 78 synonyms and 13 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for hanky-panky along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for hanky-panky

Antonyms for hanky-panky

Meanings of hanky-panky

  • noun
    1. Mischievous behaviour, dishonest or shady activity.
    2. Amorous behaviour, smooching, making out, necking, sexual intercourse or other sexual activity, especially if illicit.
    3. A debaucherous act; a sexual act that is considered inappropriate.

Example Sentences

  • The teacher warned the students that no hanky-panky would be tolerated during the trip.
  • They suspected some financial hanky-panky behind the sudden resignation.
  • The movie was full of comic hanky-panky and lighthearted scenes.
  • He got in trouble for trying to pull some hanky-panky during the meeting.
  • The principal put an end to all the hanky-panky in the hallways.

On this page you'll find 91 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hanky-panky, such as: amour, artfulness, artifice, artlessness, cageyness, caginess, candidness.

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