shenanigans meaning and definition

SHENANIGANS noun

Definition of shenanigans (noun)

1. Silly or high-spirited behavior; mischief.
   • "The kids were up to their usual shenanigans, turning the living room into a pirate ship."
   • "We had some good-natured shenanigans at the office party with everyone wearing funny hats."
   • "The camp counselors planned a day of fun and shenanigans for the last day of summer camp."
2. Deceptive or underhanded activity or maneuvering.
   • "The judge had no tolerance for the defendant's shenanigans in trying to evade justice."
   • "She uncovered shenanigans in the accounting department where funds had been misappropriated."
   • "The political shenanigans of the past week have led to a vote of no confidence."