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misconduct

[mis-kon-duhkt, mis-kuhn-duhkt]

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noun

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Her license was revoked for professional misconduct and poor professional performance.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
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)

to mismanage.
to misbehave (oneself ).

misconduct

noun

behaviour, such as adultery or professional negligence, that is regarded as immoral or unethical

verb

to conduct (oneself) in such a way
to manage (something) badly

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Word History and Origins

Origin of misconduct¹

First recorded in 1700–10; mis- ¹ + conduct

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Example Sentences

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“We need an outside agency to investigate us, especially with things that are serious misconduct and they are not caught on body-camera videos.”

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In their lawsuit, the former top officials contend that Mr Musk was frustrated about being forced to complete the purchase and that the billionaire falsely accused them of misconduct to push them out.

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Six police officers were involved in a WhatsApp group involving jokes about murder victims and where messages "read like a grotesque carnival of discrimination and abuse", a misconduct hearing was told.

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Military spokesman Col Bernard Masala Mlunga said such information was being posted by individuals "claiming military affiliation or are former members dismissed for misconduct or political activism".

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