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misconduct
[mis-kon-duhkt, mis-kuhn-duhkt]
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Her license was revoked for professional misconduct and poor professional performance.
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
Word History and Origins
Origin of misconduct1
Example Sentences
Gregg Wallace had hosted MasterChef for 20 years, but stepped away from presenting the show last year after facing a string of misconduct claims.
Wilson asked Barnette to handle any charges related to police misconduct and any potential charges in the underlying homicide, citing a continuing review into official misconduct on the part of the Horry County Police Department.
“We need an outside agency to investigate us, especially with things that are serious misconduct and they are not caught on body-camera videos.”
It is not the first gross misconduct hearing Whitehurst has faced.
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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