Teapot Dome is a historical event in the United States where a scandal rocked the government during the 1920s. It involved the unethical leasing of government oil fields in Teapot Dome, Wyoming to private oil companies, resulting in bribery and corruption charges against government officials. The term "Teapot Dome" has since become synonymous with political scandal and corruption. Other words that can be used to describe this event include controversy, scandal, malfeasance, illicit, fraud, dishonesty, mismanagement, abuse of power, and impropriety. These terms all suggest wrongdoing and unethical behavior by those in positions of power and trust.