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malfeasance

noun

/mælˈfiːzəns/

Meaning

Wrongdoing or misconduct, especially by a public official.

The mayor was accused of malfeasance in office.

official malfeasance

misconduct, wrongdoing, corruption, fraud, misbehavior

integrity, honesty, righteousness

political malfeasance, corporate malfeasance, charged with malfeasance, acts of malfeasance

The state of being damaged or weakened; a disability or handicap.

The quality or state of being permeable; allowing liquids or gases to pass through.

Careful and persistent work or effort.

A wish or inclination not strong enough to lead to action.

A person who acts on behalf of another person or organization.

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