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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

misfeasance

/mɪsˈfiːzəns/ noun · British & US
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What does misfeasance mean?

noun

The act of doing something wrong or improper, especially by someone in a position of authority, but not necessarily with criminal intent. Misfeasance can involve a breach of duty or a failure to act in a way that is expected of someone in a particular role.

Example

"The company's board of directors was accused of misfeasance in their handling of the financial crisis."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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