Rough-and-tumble Synonyms

rŭfən-tŭmbəl
Disorderly fighting
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. hassle
  2. scuffle
  3. tussle
  4. dogfight
Characterized by disorderly action and disregard for rules
(Adjective)
Synonyms:
  1. bare-knuckle
  2. bare-knuckled
Marked by vigorous physical exertion
(Adjective)
Synonyms:
  1. knockabout
  2. rough
  3. rugged
  4. strenuous
  5. tough

Words Related to Rough-and-tumble

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Related:

  1. action
  2. hijinks
  3. hide-and-seek
  4. cat-and-mouse
  5. five-master

Rough-and-tumble Sentence Examples

  • Classes and competitions also offer a controlled environment for your dog to practice, far removed from the rough and tumble environment of a real cattle herd.

  • Minor wounds are especially common in childhood because children engage in so much rough-and-tumble play.

  • They were brought up as girls, but were much more inclined to rough-and-tumble play as they grew up.

  • In addition, physical rough-and-tumble play is common, particularly among boys.

  • More casual schools may even allow white denim, giving your rough and tumble boy the option of jeans.

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