adverb
- In a manner characteristic of a lad; in a way that is playful, boisterous, or immature, often associated with young men engaging in rowdy or irresponsible behavior.
Usage: informal; chiefly British
Examples
- He behaved laddishly at the party, joking loudly and causing a scene.
- The group of friends acted laddishly, pushing each other around and laughing raucously.
- She found his laddishly immature humor tiresome after a while.
- They were laddishly competitive during the game, taking unnecessary risks.
- The team celebrated laddishly after their victory, running through the streets.