tattletale
0 antonyms and opposites of tattletale, grouped by meaning.
Noun — (informal, chiefly North American) Someone, especially a child, who reports on other people's misbehaviour, often just to get them in trouble.
Etymology
A compound of tattle and tale.
Full origin of tattletale →Frequently asked questions
What does “tattletale” mean?
The word “tattletale” means (informal, chiefly North American) Someone, especially a child, who reports on other people's misbehaviour, often just to get them in trouble. In plain terms, a person (often a kid) who snitches on others, or the act of snitching itself.
How do you pronounce “tattletale”?
“Tattletale” is pronounced TA-tuhl-tayl (/ˈtætəlˌteɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “tattletale” in a sentence?
Here is “tattletale” used in a sentence: “Nobody wanted to play with the class tattletale.”
What part of speech is “tattletale”?
Depending on how it is used, “tattletale” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “tattletale” have?
“Tattletale” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: (informal, chiefly North American) Someone, especially a child, who reports on other people's misbehaviour, often just to get them in trouble.