malfeasance

noun

ˌmal-ˈfē-zᵊn(t)s How to pronounce malfeasance (audio)
Definition of malfeasancenext
as in misconduct
improper or illegal behavior a campaign to impeach the governor for malfeasance in office

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Recent Examples of malfeasance Experts have identified three possible cases of gambling malfeasance from the 2026 World Cup. — Chris Branch, New York Times, 24 July 2026 So far no concrete evidence has surfaced indicating malfeasance within the Justice Department in not filing charges. — Justin Fishel, ABC News, 17 July 2026 The New York City Department of Investigation is the city’s independent watchdog agency, which investigates fraud, corruption, misconduct, municipal malfeasance, city employees, contractors, and individuals who do business with the city. — Gloria Pazmino, CNN Money, 11 July 2026 The malfeasance stretched out over a two-year period, officials said. — Mark Price july 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for malfeasance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for malfeasance
  1. misconduct
  2. wrongdoing
Noun
  • Likewise, the fact that somebody correctly anticipated an announcement and made money does not by itself prove misconduct.
    — Robert Rapier, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Illinois does not have independent watchdogs investigating fraud, waste, abuse, misconduct or neglect in state government, agencies or public programs.
    — Collin Corbett, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of misconduct
Noun
  • The investigation was marred by a series of scandals, including a civil suit by Wallace’s family accusing the LAPD of wrongdoing.
    — Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The case was settled in 2019, with neither side admitting wrongdoing.
    — Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of wrongdoing

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“Malfeasance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/malfeasance. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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