misconduct
Translation
misconduct, wrongdoing, malpractice
Examples
He was dismissed for gross misconduct.
He was dismissed for gross misconduct.
The investigation found evidence of professional misconduct.
The investigation found evidence of professional misconduct.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) misconduct unacceptable or improper behavior, especially by an employee or professional person He was accused of serious misconduct.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wrongdoing, malpractice, impropriety; Antonyms: good conduct, propriety
Etymology
From the prefix 'mis-' (bad, wrong) and 'conduct' (behavior). Literally 'bad conduct'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'mis-conduct' as behavior that 'misses' the standard of what is acceptable.