Skulduggery: meaning, definitions and examples

deceitful behavior

Skulduggery refers to an underhanded or unscrupulous act or behavior. It often implies trickery or deceit aimed at achieving something dishonest.

deceit, dishonesty, fraud, slyness, trickery

Examples of usage

• The company's bankruptcy was a result of various forms of skulduggery among its executives.

• His reputation suffered due to the skulduggery he engaged in during the election.

• Investigators uncovered a network of skulduggery that involved multiple parties.

• The deal was filled with skulduggery that ultimately led to its collapse.