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

Sánchez, while a popular progressive leader internationally, has been surrounded by a series of legal cases against his Socialist party and even his family, which all deny any wrongdoing. — Joseph Wilson, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026

Castro, who is running for a second term, has denied any wrongdoing in that matter and believes she will eventually be cleared. — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026

Aydah hasn't been charged by authorities or accused of any wrongdoing. — Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2026

The Fair Political Practices Commission cleared Steyer of wrongdoing earlier this month. — Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 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