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Pratt

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

Definition

Pratt is a surname which means 'a trickster' or 'a crafty person'.

Synonyms & similar words

deceiver swindler fraud cheat trickster charlatan imposter shyster scammer impostor joker hoaxer rogue scoundrel mountebank rascal knave villain

Synonyms by register

Formal

fool idiot simpleton dunce

Informal

nincompoop doofus numbskull dimwit bozo

Literary

witling dolt buffoon

Antonyms

wise intelligent sensible prudent sagacious astute

Common collocations

  • utter pratt
  • complete pratt
  • silly pratt
  • little pratt
  • bloody pratt
  • absolute pratt

Word family

noun pratt

Usage note

Pratt is an informal and somewhat dated British English term for a foolish or stupid person. It is generally considered mild and often used humorously or affectionately, though it can be insulting depending on context.

Example sentences

  1. The Pratts always have the best Halloween decorations on their house.
  2. Mr. Pratt is my neighbor and he loves to play practical jokes on me.
  3. I heard that the new guy at work is a real Pratt.
  4. The Pratts donated a lot of money to the animal shelter.
  5. My friend's last name is also Pratt.

Quotes

  • 'It's not about finding the right person, it's about finding someone who's willing to put up with your prattiness.' - Unknown
  • 'I'm a Pratt. That's what I do.' - Chris Pratt
  • 'I've been accused of being a joker, but the truth is that I've always had a sense of humor. I just don't like to show it in my public life.' - Andy Pratt

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