misfeasance
/mɪsˈfizəns/
noun
- The improper or illegal performance of a lawful act, especially by a public official or someone in a position of trust.
- The mayor was accused of misfeasance for awarding a contract to his brother's company without proper bidding.
- Misfeasance by the safety inspector led to dangerous conditions being overlooked at the factory.
- The lawsuit claimed misfeasance by the bank manager who approved loans without checking the documents.
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