wrongdoing
noun
behavior or action that is wrong, evil, or blameworthy.
wrongdoings
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pluralof wrongdoing.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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This, of course, has its own nuances — a case-by-case basis depending on the severity of the artist’s wrongdoings — but being a functional adult means learning to measure your own integrity.
From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2026
The province wants to use the court system to "ensure that British Columbians are not left bearing the costs of corporate wrongdoings."
From Barron's ● Jul. 7, 2026
He has blasted casino executives on X for alleged wrongdoings.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 20, 2026
Of course there are still detractors, but in an era in which public cancellations abound and apologies are scrutinized for any whiff of inauthenticity, Milli Vanilli’s wrongdoings can now seem quaint.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 30, 2026
He wanted to appear cleansed of any past wrongdoings.
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
