misconduct
//ˌmɪsˈkɒn.dʌkt//
Noun
misconductSingular
misconductsPlural
1
Unacceptable or improper behavior, especially by a professional person or someone in a position of authority.
The doctor was found guilty of professional misconduct.
2
Mismanagement or negligence, especially in the handling of duties or responsibilities.
The manager was dismissed for misconduct in handling company funds.
Antonym
Verb
misconductInfinitive
misconductPresent tense
misconductedPast tense
misconductedPast participle
misconductingPresent participle
misconductsThird-person singular
1
To behave improperly or unethically, especially in a professional context.
The lawyer was disbarred for misconducting himself during the trial.
2
To manage or handle something badly or negligently.
The manager misconducted the project, leading to significant delays.