What does misfeasance mean?
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."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.