Meaning of the word maladministration in English

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maladministration

US /ˌmæl.ədˌmɪn.əˈstreɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌmæl.ədˌmɪn.ɪˈstreɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

inefficient or dishonest administration; mismanagement

Example:
The report highlighted several cases of maladministration within the department.
Citizens complained about widespread maladministration in local government.