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misconduct
[ noun mis-kon-duhkt; verb mis-kuhn-duhkt ]
noun
- improper or wrong behavior:
Numerous accusations of sexual misconduct have blighted his campaign.
Her license was revoked for professional misconduct and poor professional performance.
Synonyms: , , ,
- unlawful behavior by an official in regard to their office, or by a person in the administration of justice, such as a lawyer, witness, or juror; malfeasance:
A complaint was filed against the prosecutor, alleging misconduct in the case.
verb (used with object)
- to mismanage.
- to misbehave (oneself ).
misconduct
noun
- behaviour, such as adultery or professional negligence, that is regarded as immoral or unethical
verb
- to conduct (oneself) in such a way
- to manage (something) badly
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of misconduct1
Example Sentences
Incidents include a death in custody, unlawful detention of adults and children and Home Office officials charged with conspiracy to steal and misconduct in public office.
Brand faced career backlash in 2023 after four people, including a woman who was 16 at the time of the alleged assault, spoke out about alleged misconduct.
He was found guilty of gross misconduct a year later for his behaviour towards her.
Last September, four of the prison's custody officers were arrested on suspicion of assault and misconduct in public office following reports of a series of incidents at HMP Parc.
A police officer working in Rishi Sunak's close protection team was suspended by the Metropolitan Police and arrested on suspicion of misconduct in a public office.
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