Synonyms for

Brat

Verb / bræt / Another word for brat — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a badly behaved child

Synonyms & similar words

littleterror bratwurst holyterror terror

Synonyms by register

Formal

spoiled child misbehaving child naughty child

Informal

little terror pest pain whippersnapper

Literary

urchin imp

Antonyms

angel sweetheart darling gem treasure angelic child

Common collocations

  • spoiled brat
  • rich brat
  • bratty behavior
  • little brat
  • rich kid brat
  • bratty child

Word family

noun brat
adjective bratty

Usage note

The term 'brat' is informal and carries a strong negative connotation, referring to a badly behaved, spoiled child. It is rarely used in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The brat refused to eat his vegetables.
  2. The little brat threw a tantrum when he didn't get his way.
  3. I don't want to babysit that brat again.
  4. The brat broke his sister's toy on purpose.
  5. That brat needs to learn some manners.

Quotes

  • "I was a little brat when I was younger and I'm quite opinionated, so I decided to write about what I know." - Lily Allen
  • "I got into acting because my teachers kept nudging me into it. The power a teacher has to influence someone is so great. I can't think of a profession I have more respect for." - Forest Whitaker
  • "I was a brat. It was crazy, I was very picky. In hindsight, it's a good thing because I was stubborn as a child." - Kaley Cuoco

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