ras·cal·i·ty

[ra-skal-i-tee]
noun, plural ras·cal·i·ties.
1.
rascally or knavish character or conduct.
2.
a rascally act.

Origin:
1570–80; rascal + -ity

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rascality (rɑːˈskælɪtɪ) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n , pl -ties
mischievous, disreputable, or dishonest character, behaviour, or action

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Rascality is always a great word to know.
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a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
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In the open drawer the jack of hearts hints at rascality.
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Though they try, plaintiffs are unable to create a factual dispute on the rascality element.
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