Meaning of the word misconduct in English
What does misconduct mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
misconduct
US /ˌmɪsˈkɑːn.dʌkt/
UK /ˌmɪsˈkɑːn.dʌkt/
Noun
1.
unacceptable or bad behavior by someone in a position of authority or responsibility:
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The psychiatrist was found guilty of gross (= unacceptable) professional misconduct.
Verb
1.
to manage the activities of an organization badly:
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The aid program was misconducted, resulting in large quantities of food failing to reach the famine victims.
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