misconduct
Americannoun
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improper or wrong behavior.
Numerous accusations of sexual misconduct have blighted his campaign.
Her license was revoked for professional misconduct and poor professional performance.
- Synonyms:
- misstep, misdeed, misbehavior, wrongdoing
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unlawful behavior by an official in regard to their office, or by a person in the administration of justice, such as a lawyer, witness, or juror; malfeasance.
A complaint was filed against the prosecutor, alleging misconduct in the case.
verb (used with object)
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to mismanage.
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to misbehave (oneself ).
noun
verb
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to conduct (oneself) in such a way
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to manage (something) badly
Etymology
Origin of misconduct
Example Sentences
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According to the suit, Doe claims that despite “his pattern of harassing behavior and complaints,” the company, did not address his alleged misconduct.
From Los Angeles Times
Appearing in the files is not an indication of wrongdoing, and neither Clinton has been accused of misconduct by Epstein survivors who have come forward so far.
From BBC
When Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office last week, I was deployed to Sandringham where I joined the press pack waiting outside his home.
From BBC
Other councils said they were aware of plaques in their areas marking past visits by Mountbatten-Windsor, who was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office earlier this month.
From BBC
The files do not implicate Clinton in any wrongdoing; he has not been accused of misconduct by Epstein's victims who have come forward so far, and there is no proof he knew of his crimes.
From BBC
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