wrongdoing

noun

wrong·​do·​ing ˈrȯŋ-ˌdü-iŋ 

1

: evil or improper behavior or action

cleared of any wrongdoing

2

: an instance of doing wrong

Synonyms of wrongdoing

• crime
• violation
• sin

Examples of wrongdoing in a Sentence

The corporation's wrongdoings must be exposed.

a local newspaper exposed the contractor's elaborate attempts to cover up his wrongdoings

Recent Examples on the Web

The agreement does not constitute an admission of liability or wrongdoing. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026

His heir, Nicolas Hugo, who took over the workshop and is an art dealer and curator, has denied any wrongdoing to TAN, and said he had not been questioned by investigators at the time of writing. — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 6 Nov. 2026

An investigation establishes neither wrongdoing nor a final regulatory conclusion. — Lloyd Marino, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026

Lara has denied any wrongdoing and has pointed to his Sustainable Insurance Strategy as the reason for the slowing of the FAIR Plan’s growth. — Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Legal Definition

wrongdoing

noun

wrong·​do·​ing ˈrȯŋ-ˌdü-iŋ 

: injurious, criminal, or improper behavior

denied any wrongdoing