wrongdoing

[rawng-doo-ing, -doo-, rong-]

noun

1. behavior or action that is wrong, evil, or blameworthy.

2. an act that is wrong, evil, or blameworthy; misdeed; sin.

wrongdoing

/ ˈrɒŋˌduːɪŋ /

noun

1. the act or an instance of doing something immoral or illegal

Word History and Origins

Origin of wrongdoing¹

First recorded in 1470–80; wrong + doing

Example Sentences

Andrew's association with Epstein has created difficulties for the Royal Family, but he has always strongly denied any wrongdoing.

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Members of her office have denied wrongdoing, saying they didn’t know they were given false assurances by the MAG Corps.

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Smith was sacked as captain and banned for a year while Lehmann, who was cleared of wrongdoing, resigned as coach in the wake of the incident.

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Groff, Epstein’s former secretary, hasn’t been charged with any wrongdoing and has denied knowledge or involvement in Epstein’s crimes.

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Consultants who reviewed the delayed Altadena evacuation orders said their report wasn’t designed to investigate wrongdoing or assign blame, something that fire victims and some experts worry will help officials dodge accountability.

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Related Words

• crime 
• malpractice 
• misbehavior 
• misdeed 
• offense 
• sin 
• violation