IRRESPONSIBILITY Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

irresponsibility

noun

Definition of irresponsibility

as in malfeasance

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Recent Examples of irresponsibility Desirée can so often come off a bundle of cliches of actresses of a certain age, all narcissism, hedonism and irresponsibility. — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026 The most probable path remains the baseline he’s been describing since last fall — debt grinding steadily higher, periodically goosed by crises or political irresponsibility, but partially offset by technological progress and labor force growth. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 May 2026 California’s High-Speed Rail has devolved into a case study of bureaucratic incompetence and fiscal irresponsibility. — Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 26 May 2026 This has ensured that fiscal irresponsibility generates solid political benefits at no political cost. — Jared Bernstein, The Atlantic, 25 May 2026 That bill is a prime example and proves current lawmakers have engaged in fiscal irresponsibility, causing near state insolvency. — Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026 Antisocial personality includes a persistent pattern of traits such as callousness, lack of concern, deceitfulness, and irresponsibility, Ryan said. — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026 Understandably, the error prompted fiery discussions online about the irresponsibility of allowing AI systems to report and repackage the news. — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 25 Feb. 2026 That, of course, is second only to the fiscal irresponsibility of our city leaders. — U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Jan. 2026

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Noun

The allegations against Platner are the latest in a string of accusations of malfeasance, which have rocked Democrats who are eager to defeat Collins.

— Garrett Downs,Justin Papp, CNBC, 6 July 2026
The 16-count indictment against Republican Liz Murrill, handed up Thursday by a New Orleans grand jury, charges Louisiana’s first female attorney general with intimidation and malfeasance.

— Safiyah Riddle, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026

Definition of malfeasance

Noun

Since 2009, his independent, nonprofit Hummel Report, funded by private donors and foundations, has been exposing government malpractice, examining major issues and shining light on everyday heroes.

— Will Richmond, The Providence Journal, 2 July 2026
Many applied to join a lawsuit seeking financial compensation for legal malpractice.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 June 2026

Definition of malpractice

Noun

The Bellos family, through their Kansas City attorney Tom Porto, filed a lawsuit in late June alleging assault, medical negligence and Sunshine Law violations.

— Laura Bauer July 7, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026
Metz’s attorneys could not be reached for comment on the sentencing, but during the hearing, Jones emphasized that Metz has taken responsibility for his negligence and has felt remorse every day since the shooting.

— Katie Langford, Denver Post, 7 July 2026

Definition of negligence

Noun

The New York City Department of Investigation is the city’s independent watchdog agency, which investigates fraud, corruption, misconduct, municipal malfeasance, city employees, contractors, and individuals who do business with the city.

— Gloria Pazmino, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
During this weekend in Nantucket, Brooke decides to leave her husband, Charlie, amid his workplace misconduct allegations.

— Max Gao, Variety, 11 July 2026

Definition of misconduct

Noun

Lateshia Adams, 45, pleaded guilty in May to criminal recklessness, a Level 6 felony, and misdemeanor operating a vehicle while intoxicated endangering a person.

— Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2026
Or Rhaena’s recklessness, which killed the crown prince?

— Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 29 June 2026

Definition of recklessness

Noun

In addition to the 28 arrests, eight parents were cited for contributing to the delinquency of a minor, police said.

— Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2026
For example, New York Fed data show that the transition into serious delinquency for student loans among borrowers aged 50 and older was roughly 15% of balances in the first quarter of 2026, based on a four-quarter moving sum.

— True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Definition of delinquency

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