GRE Word List
MALFEASANCE
wrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official
The meaning of the word malfeasance is wrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official.
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connivance | the act of conniving |
dogmatic | characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts |
resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
robust | having or exhibiting strength or vigorous health |
scintillate | to emit sparks : spark |
meticulous | marked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details |
gist | essence; main point; substance |
ramification | branch |
cozen | to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery |
purge | to clear of guilt |