: wrong behavior : behavior or activity that is illegal or morally wrong
He was forced to defend himself against charges of sexual misconduct.
There have been reports of misconduct by several employees.
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“Misconduct.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/misconduct. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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