Malfeasance

usgb/mælˈfiːzəns/
noun

Malfeasance is the performance of an illegal act, often by a public official, that goes against the duties of their position.

The city council member was charged with malfeasance for misusing public funds.
Visual representation of "malfeasance" - Malfeasance is the performance of an illegal act, often by a public official, that goes against the duties of their position.

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Formal

official malfeasance, corporate malfeasance, governmental malfeasance

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Contextual Use

In legal contexts, malfeasance implies serious ethical violations.

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The politician's malfeasance led to public outrage.
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Formal Settings

The term 'malfeasance' is often used in formal legal documents.

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The complaint cited malfeasance in the handling of public funds.
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Cultural Implications

In some cultures, terms related to malfeasance may carry strong connotations of betrayal.

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The public views malfeasance in officials as a significant breach of trust.
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