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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| qualms | a feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety |
| sullen | gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed |
| charisma | a personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader) |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| apiary | a place where bees are kept |
| fluster | to put into a state of agitated confusion : upset |
| specious | having a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic |
| auspicious | showing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious |
| uncouth | awkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude |
| cohesion | the act or state of sticking together tightly |