malfeasance

Meanings

• noun

  The commission of an unlawful act, misfeasance in office, or violation of a public trust.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌmælˈfiːzənts/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

misconduct , wrongdoing

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with malfeasance
misconception , perception , infraction , relapse , transference

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Variants

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malfeasance , malfeasances

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'mal-' meaning 'bad' and 'feasance' meaning 'doing', malfeasance refers to the act of performing an action that is harmful, illegal, or against the law.

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Trivia

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1. Malfeasance was a term commonly used in the impeachment trials of US Presidents Andrew Johnson and Richard Nixon.

2. The term 'malfeasance' first appeared in English law in the 14th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. misfeasance: Similar concept to malfeasance, but refers specifically to the improper performance of a duty or function.

2. malfeasance in office: A specific type of malfeasance that involves the misuse of public office or power for personal gain.

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Culture

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Malfeasance has been a significant concept in literature, particularly in works dealing with law, justice, and corruption. It has been used to describe various forms of misconduct, from petty crimes to grand conspiracies.

How to Memorize "malfeasance"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person in a position of power, abusing that power for personal gain.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the concept of corruption or misconduct.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Mal' for 'malicious' and 'feasance' for 'performing an action'.

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