High Jinks

Pronunciation: /haɪ ˈdʒɪŋks/

Definitions of high jinks

noun a noisy, boisterous, or mischievous celebration or activity

Example Sentences

A1 The children were full of high jinks at the birthday party.

A2 The group of friends got up to some high jinks during their camping trip.

B1 The office Christmas party was full of high jinks and laughter.

B2 The high jinks of the students caused quite a commotion in the classroom.

C1 The comedian's high jinks kept the audience entertained throughout the show.

C2 Despite their high jinks, the team managed to complete the project on time.

Examples of high jinks in a Sentence

formal The committee members were not amused by the high jinks displayed during the meeting.

informal The kids were up to their usual high jinks at the playground.

slang I heard they got into some serious high jinks at the party last night.

figurative His high jinks always keep us entertained, no matter the situation.

Grammatical Forms of high jinks

• plural: high jinks
• comparative: higher jinks
• superlative: highest jinks
• present tense: engage in high jinks
• future tense: will have high jinks
• perfect tense: have had high jinks
• continuous tense: are having high jinks
• singular: high jink
• positive degree: high jinks
• infinitive: to engage in high jinks
• gerund: enjoying high jinks
• participle: having high jinks

Origin and Evolution of high jinks

First Known Use: 1731 year

Language of Origin: Scottish

Story behind the word: The term 'high jinks' originated in Scotland and was derived from the phrase 'high jinks and low jinks', which referred to a drinking game involving forfeits.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'high jinks' came to refer to any kind of rowdy or boisterous activity, often involving pranks or mischief.