What does the cryptic crossword clue "Male is leading bad behaviour (8)" mean?

The definition is "bad behaviour". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). M (synonym of "Male") + IS (synonym of "is") + CHIEF (synonym of "leading"); definition: "bad behaviour" The answer is MISCHIEF.

Male is leading bad behaviour (8)

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