Meaning & use
malfeasance
Wrongdoing, especially illegal or dishonest conduct by a public official or person in a position of trust.
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The audit uncovered years of financial malfeasance by the city treasurer.
The senator was removed from office after being convicted of malfeasance.
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Malfeasance specifically implies wrongful conduct in an official or professional capacity.
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