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

WordMeaning
flounderflatfish
supernumeraryexceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number
imperativenot to be avoided or evaded : necessary
proverba brief popular epigram or maxim : adage
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
malevolenthaving, showing, or arising from intense often vicious ill will, spite, or hatred
amoralhaving or showing no concern about whether behavior is morally right or wrong
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
blushoutward appearance : view