monkeyry

/məŋˈkiːri/

Definitions

1. noun

behavior that is mischievous or troublesome, especially of a childish or immature nature

“The politician’s monkeyry in the press conference was a major embarrassment for his team.”

2. noun

a trick or a deceitful act

“The con artist’s use of monkeyry to swindle the victim was caught on camera.”

Synonyms

  • mischief
  • trickery

Antonyms

  • honesty
  • sincerity