Gender Stereotypes In Literature

noun a boisterous, bold, and carefree girl; a tomboy

• The hoyden behavior of the young lady was frowned upon by the society.
• She's a bit of a hoyden, always running around and causing mischief.
• That hoyden over there is always up to no good.
• Her hoyden spirit was like a wild flame, untamed and unpredictable.

verb to smile or gesture in a silly, self-conscious, often coy manner

• She couldn't help but simper when she saw the elegant bouquet of flowers.
• Every time he sees his crush, he starts to simper like a schoolboy.
• Stop simpering and just ask her out already!
• The politician's simpering smile didn't fool anyone; they knew his true intentions.