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

Mr Bloom denied wrongdoing, fought investors' lawsuits and vowed to repay them.

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Harper and Graham were later reinstated after being cleared of any wrongdoing but Young was never allowed to pull on the dark blue jersey.

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Though Andrew has denied all wrongdoing, Charles still felt it necessary to revoke his royal status.

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Andrew has denied any wrongdoing but has been stripped of positions for several years.

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The prince, who relinquished his titles earlier this month, has always strongly denied any wrongdoing.

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Related Words

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