scalawag

As nouns the difference between scalawag and shenanigan

is that scalawag is (pejorative|archaic) a scrawny cow while shenanigan is (countable) a deceitful confidence trick, or mischief causing discomfort or annoyance.

As nouns the difference between scalawag and copperhead

is that scalawag is a scrawny cow while copperhead is any of various types of snakes having a copper-colored head.

As nouns the difference between scoundrel and scalawag

is that scoundrel is a mean, worthless fellow; a rascal; a villain; a person without honour or virtue while scalawag is a scrawny cow.

As nouns the difference between scalawag and mischief

is that scalawag is (pejorative|archaic) a scrawny cow while mischief is harm or evil caused by an agent or brought about by a particular cause.