1. the act or practice of causing problems, disturbances, or difficulties

Examples

• The principal warned students that troublemaking would result in suspension.
• His reputation for troublemaking preceded him at every school he attended.
• The company fired several employees for troublemaking and spreading rumors.
• She was tired of her brother’s constant troublemaking at family gatherings.
• The teacher separated the students to prevent any troublemaking during the test.
• Political troublemaking often backfires on those who engage in it.