What does brat mean?
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'Brat' is a spoilt, selfish, badly behaved child.
It has a negative connotation, and is often used with the word 'spoiled' for emphasis.
Examples and usage
He has been acting like a spoiled brat all day.
My niece is a spoiled little brat.
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Depending on the context used brat to some is considered a slang word.
We usually use it when we want to say someone is being naughty.
Brat is used when someone disobeys an order or an instruction.
It is also used when wanting to indicate someone is a rebel.
An example would be:
Will you stop being a brat?!
You little brat.
It can be used in different situations for both kids and adults.