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Is naughty a noun or an adjective?

"Naughty" is primarily an adjective.

It describes a person or their behavior, like:

* "The naughty child spilled juice all over the floor."

* "He got into trouble for his naughty behavior."

However, in some informal contexts, "naughty" can be used as a noun. It usually refers to something mischievous or playfully immoral:

* "They were up to all sorts of naughty."

* "That's a bit of a naughty thought, isn't it?"

It's important to note that using "naughty" as a noun is less common and usually used in a lighthearted or humorous context.

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