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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WordMeaning
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
massthe liturgy of the Eucharist (see eucharist
abjectsunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe
defunctno longer living, existing, or functioning
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
breadthdistance from side to side : width
verbosecontaining more words than necessary : wordy
scrutinizeto examine closely and minutely
traduceto expose to shame or blame by means of falsehood and misrepresentation
wanderluststrong longing for or impulse toward wandering